Ginseng

Ginseng is a genus in the ivy family and is the most well-known Chinese herb. It is also called “the wonder of the world.” Its origin is not entirely clear. Various things are claimed. Ginseng may come from Korea or China, for example. Ginseng root has been used in the Far East for more than 2,000 years due to its healthy properties. We explain these to you below.

Why is Ginseng so healthy?

Ginseng contains vitamin B5 and vitamin B6 and the minerals iron, potassium, copper and manganese. The root also contains polysaccharides (a starch).

What does this mean for my health?

There are numerous positive effects on your health due to the vitamins and minerals in ginseng. We have listed them for you.

Vitamin B5 from ginseng boosts your energy metabolism and thus supports your energy levels. Vitamin B5 also contributes to extra energy during fatigue and supports in stress situations.
Vitamin B6 helps ensure a good resistance and helps regulate the activity of hormones in your body. Vitamin B5 also plays an important role in the functioning of your nervous system.
The mineral iron from ginseng is involved in the production of red blood cells, among other things, and also contributes to the normal transport of oxygen through your body. Iron can also help reduce fatigue.
Potassium is good for your blood pressure and helps keep your muscles strong.
Copper has a function as an antioxidant, helping to protect your body from harmful external influences.
Manganese is also an antioxidant. In addition, this mineral supports the production of bone tissue and cartilage.

Why do we use ginseng in our juices and dishes?

This superfood could not be missing from our ingredient list. Ginseng provides many healthy vitamins and minerals that all have a positive impact on our health. We are fans of this herb, which is why we incorporated it into both our Recover juice and Immunity shot.