GINSENG

ginseng Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a root that has been used as medicine amongst Native Americans and the peoples of China and Korea for thousands of years. The herb is traditionally used as preventative medicine, but has exceptional therapeutic benefits for several medical conditions. If taken regularly it enhances vitality, and is reputed to lengthen life span.

HOW DOES GINSENG WORK?

Ginseng increases low levels of estrogen (a hormone that plays a role in several bodily functions) by substituting human hormones with phytoestrogens, botanical compounds with a chemical structure very similar to estrogen.

WHAT IS GINSENG USED FOR?

Ginseng is commonly used to enhance overall energy and vitality, especially when fatigued or during times of stress. Studies have also shown potential value in stabilizing glucose levels and enhancing the immune system.

Ginseng relieves these menopause symptoms:

         • Fatigue.
         • Energy loss.
         • Memory Lapses.
         • Strength loss.
         • Sleep disorders.
         • Headaches.

CONCLUSIONS ABOUT GINSENG

Ginseng is great for treating some menopause symptoms, but has recently been criticized because it adds artificial hormones to the body. In so doing, Ginseng can trigger side effects including serious problems such as breast cancer.

Other alternative treatments are just as effective as Ginseng, but without the side effects. Non-estrogenic herbs, for example, are a great option for treating menopause symptoms. Read more in the following article.

PROS AND CONS FOR USING
GINSENG FOR MENOPAUSE

PROS

Ginseng relieves menopause symptoms efficiently. Ginseng is great as a short-term treatment for relieving menopausal symptoms, and particularly for boosting energy and mental processes.

Ginseng is a good alternative for HRT. The phytoestrogens in Ginseng can compensate for estrogen loss in menopausal women. Ginseng consumption thus has almost the same benefits as HRT, but is less expensive.

Ginseng has several health benefits besides relieving menopause symptoms. This Phytoestrogenic herb is also used as an aphrodisiac and to improve sexual performance.

CONS

Ginseng may stimulate breast cancer. Medical studies have shown that Phytoestrogens in Ginseng may stimulate the spread of breast cancer cells. Pesticide residuals sometimes found in Ginseng may also be carcinogenic.

Ginseng has several side effects: Ginseng can trigger headaches, nervousness, agitation and difficulty sleeping. Other symptoms that are less likely: diarrhea, fast or irregular heartbeat, skin rash and unusual vaginal bleeding.

What herb should women try? Nowadays women are looking for relief from their menopause symptoms with herbs, phytoestrogenic herbs and non estrogenic herbs are good in relieving menopause symptoms, but recent studies show that non estrogenic herbs have cero side effect because they help your body to produce its own hormones instead of introducing hormones like the phytoestrogenic ones.
Click here to learn more about non estrogenic herbs for menopause.