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Asian Ginseng

Also indexed as:Ginseng (Asian), Panax ginseng, Asian Ginseng Root, Ren Shen
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Botanical names:
Panax ginseng

Side Effects

Used in the recommended amounts, ginseng is generally safe. In rare instances, it may cause over-stimulation and possibly insomnia.17 People with uncontrolled high blood pressure should use ginseng cautiously. Long-term use of ginseng may cause menstrual abnormalities and breast tenderness in some women. Ginseng is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women.

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