Understanding a Chinese Herb Each Week: Ginseng

Understanding a Chinese Herb Each Week: Ginseng

Haven’t followed us yet? Tap here— Introduction: Ginseng (Panax ginseng C. A. Mey) is a perennial herb that prefers cool, shady environments. Its leaves lack stomata and palisade tissue, making it unable to retain moisture; temperatures above 32 degrees Celsius can scorch the leaves. It typically flowers in three years and bears fruit in five … Read more

The Powerful Benefits of Ginseng: Unfortunately, 99% of People Consume It Incorrectly!

The Powerful Benefits of Ginseng: Unfortunately, 99% of People Consume It Incorrectly!

Winter is the perfect time for nourishment, and using Ren Shen (Ginseng) wisely can help treat deficiency, nourish the five organs, balance body and mind, and promote longevity. There are many ways to consume ginseng, such as ginseng-infused liquor, ginseng stewed chicken, ginseng tea, and ginseng capsules. However, most people are unaware that these common … Read more

Seven Major Benefits of Eating Fresh Ginseng: The King of Herbs Lives Up to Its Name!

Seven Major Benefits of Eating Fresh Ginseng: The King of Herbs Lives Up to Its Name!

According to historical records, the use of ginseng for health and healing has a history of at least two thousand years. In China, there are numerous myths and legends surrounding ginseng, with ancient people believing it to be a gift from the immortals, possessing miraculous effects such as resurrection and rejuvenation. Ginseng is a vital … Read more

The Encounter with Materia Medica

The Encounter with Materia Medica

“Living in Changbai, my surname is Shen, the king of herbs, the root that saves lives.” Ginseng is one of the “three treasures of Northeast China,” a miraculous plant bestowed by nature to humanity, known as the king of all herbs, the king of all medicines, and the king of all tonics, famous for its … Read more

The Marvelous Uses of Ginseng!

The Marvelous Uses of Ginseng!

Ginseng is bitter and sweet, red and warm, white and clear, greatly tonifying the original qi. It alleviates thirst, benefits qi and generates fluids, and strengthens the heart. (1) Traditional Uses Ginseng is slightly warm in nature, sweet and slightly bitter in taste, and enters the spleen and heart-lung meridians. Its effects include greatly tonifying … Read more

Important Considerations When Using Ginseng

Important Considerations When Using Ginseng

Ginseng, also known as Ren Shen, Gui Gai, Tu Jing (the essence of the earth), and Yi Shan Shen (most of which are now cultivated at home), etc. Li Shizhen stated: Ginseng, after many years of growth, has roots resembling a human shape, possessing spirit, hence it is called Ginseng, the divine herb. Its grass … Read more

The King of Herbs: Ginseng

The King of Herbs: Ginseng

The Jilin Provincial Association for Science and Technology is dedicated to spreading scientific ideas, sharing technological lifestyles, and improving public scientific literacy. Ginseng, known as Ren Shen (人参, Panax ginseng C. A. Mey.), is the dried root and rhizome of the Araliaceae family plant. It is harvested in the autumn, cleaned, and then sun-dried or … Read more

Understanding Ginseng Varieties: Red Ginseng, American Ginseng, and More

Understanding Ginseng Varieties: Red Ginseng, American Ginseng, and More

Guangdong people are famous for their diverse soup recipes, and when it comes to nourishment, various types of ginseng are commonly used.In herbal shops and soup ingredient stores, you can find a wide variety of ginseng such as Red Ginseng (Hong Shen), American Ginseng (Xi Yang Shen), Codonopsis (Dang Shen), Chinese Wild Ginseng (Shan Shen), … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Ginseng (Rén Shēn)

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Ginseng (Rén Shēn)

GinsengRén Shēn Alias Bàng chuí, Shān shēn, Yuán shēn, Rén xián, Guǐ gài, Tǔ jīng, Shén cǎo, Huáng shēn, Xuè shēn, Dì jīng, Bǎi chǐ chǔ, Hǎi yú, Jīn jǐng yù lán, Hái ér shēn, Bàng cuì, Rén jiē, Yù jīng Effects 补气 (Tonifies Qi), 固脱 (Stabilizes Collapse), 生津 (Generates Fluids), 安神 (Calms the Spirit), … Read more