F.A.Qs

General Questions:

What is Korean Red Ginseng?
Korean Red Ginseng, also known as Panax ginseng, is a herb that is characterized by it’s freshly roots.  The content found within the roots has been said to help the human mind and body.  Korean Red Ginseng is harvested and broken down into many forms such as extracts, powder, pills and pure liquid and then sold for consumption.


Why should I be taking Korean Red Ginseng?
The primary reason why people seek ginseng is for health-promoting properties.   Red ginseng can boost the immune system, increase mental awareness, increase energy and even stimulate sexual function.  Consuming red ginseng promotes a longer and healthier life. 
 

The ginseng contains vitamins, essential oils, amino acids and enzymes that can be very beneficial to the body and mind.  It is 100% organically grown and takes approximately 6 years to mature.  Of all ginsengs grown throughout the world, Korean red ginseng takes the longest to cultivate and stores the most nutrients over time.  To cultivate red ginseng demands high maintenance and special care.  The cool temperature in certain parts of Korea makes the soil the perfect breeding ground for red ginseng. 


What direct effects can I expect out of consuming red ginseng?
Studies have shown that Korean red ginseng has:
1. Support overall health and to give a boost to the immune system
2. Lower blood glucose
3. Control blood pressure
4. Increase stamina
5. Improve mental and physical performance
6. Speed recovery from illness
7. Increase energy
8. Stimulate sexual function


What is the difference between white ginseng and red ginseng?
The simple difference between white ginseng and red ginseng is that each are processed differently.  With white ginseng, the skin is striped and the ginseng is dried afterwards. However, with red ginseng, the skin is left on and steamed.  The process of steaming Korean ginseng causes the skin to turn red and also traps more Saponin within the root. Red ginseng is more advantageous than white ginseng because it has more nutrients.


How much red ginseng should I take?
The amount of ginseng you should take depends on your health and the effects that you wish to achieve.  There are daily dosage recommendations but some take more than the recommendation to take full advantage of the ginsenosides.

Who should be taking Korean red ginseng?
Ginseng is generally recognized as safe to consume by adults.  Children can take ginseng however supervision is suggested.


What is the difference between Chinese ginseng and Korean ginseng?
The primary difference between Korean ginseng and Chinese ginseng is the age and process of cultivation.  Korean ginseng is generally recognized as more expensive than Chinese ginseng because it takes longer to cultivate.  Climate takes an important role as well.  Korean red ginseng needs to be grown in a cool climate compared to other ginseng from other countries.  The ginsenosides/saponin count is generally higher in Korean ginseng than Chinese ginseng because of the age of ginseng.


Why does Korean red ginseng appear to be more expensive than other ginseng?
Korean red ginseng is more expensive because it has a high ginsenoside count.  The price of ginseng rises with more ginsenosides in the herb.  Improving the ginsenoside count in a root is determined by age, location and cultivation process.