What is Ginseng?
CATEGORY: Supplements
TYPES:Generic: GinsengBrand:
Ginseng roots are taken orally as adaptogens, aphrodisiacs, nourishing stimulants. The root is most often available in dried form, either in whole or sliced form. Ginseng leaf, although not as highly prized, is sometimes also used; as with the root it is most often available in dried form.
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How do members experience Ginseng?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| General health | 18 | 0 | |
| Fatigue | 14 | 4 | |
| Memory problems | 10 | 5 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 4 | 0 | |
| Parkinson's disease | 3 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry skin | 1 | |
| Insomnia | 1 | |
| Joint pain | 1 | |
| Overstimulation | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 7 |
Member evaluations
Lukasz
evaluated on Oct 15, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for fatigue: Moderate
- Side effects: Severe
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valentijn
evaluated on May 29, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for fatigue: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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