Korean ginseng is making a comeback. From chart-topping boy bands and popular dramas to K-beauty being the gold standard of skincare regimes, the “Hallyu Wave” is showing no signs of slowing down. As more and more people embrace the benefits of traditional medicine, a number of alternative remedies are gaining popularity. Among them, herbal supplements like Korean red ginseng are touted to be effective for many conditions, including erectile dysfunction (ED). But does science support these claims?
Panax ginseng, also known as ginseng or Asian ginseng, is an herb with roots that are either raw, steamed or dried. Based on the process, it can be divided into three types: Siberian ginseng, American ginseng and Korean ginseng. Korean red ginseng is considered a potent adaptogenic herb that helps to fight stress, anxiety and fatigue. It is said to stimulate brain cells and improve concentration and cognitive activities. One study found that taking ginseng root daily for 12 weeks improved the mental performance of Alzheimer’s patients.
Other studies have shown that ginseng can boost immune function, help with the symptoms of HIV infection and may reduce the levels of cancer-causing substances in the body. But the results of studies are mixed, and more well-designed research is needed to confirm these findings.
Ginseng might help prevent sâm hàn quốc diabetes and improve cardiovascular health, but its exact effects are less clear. In some studies, ginseng has lowered blood sugar levels and may be helpful in treating type 2 diabetes under medical supervision. However, other studies have found that ginseng does not significantly lower blood glucose or decrease insulin resistance in people with high blood pressure.
The reason for the mixed results might be that different studies use different forms or dosages of ginseng, and that some studies do not control for other factors that might influence the outcome, such as diet, exercise and medication.
Nonetheless, some early evidence suggests that ginseng might decrease the level of cholesterol in the blood and might be useful in treating heart disease. Another benefit that has been suggested is that ginseng might improve sexual function in menopausal women. A small study found that women taking three ginseng capsules a day reported more sexual satisfaction than those who took a placebo.
Korean ginseng might help with menopause-related fatigue and depression, although more research is needed to confirm this finding. It is also a possible treatment for premature ejaculation, which can occur during menopause. The effect seems to be due to the fact that ginseng can improve sexual energy and libido, but it is not clear how exactly this happens. It might have to do with the way it works on estrogen and testosterone in the body. In addition, it might act as a natural sperm enhancer, by increasing sperm motility and improving the quality of ejaculate. However, it is important to note that this effect does not last long. Therefore, a person should not take ginseng for this purpose long-term.
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