Ginseng (American) Whole

[ 1818 ]
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American ginseng is a member of the ivy family of plants that is native to the northeastern US. Due to overharvesting and urban sprawl, American ginseng is also commercially cultivated in woodland or artificial settings in Minnesota and Wisconsin, where it takes 4 to 10 years before the roots are harvested.

The whole dried roots are used in tea blends and to make infusions, tinctures and liquid extracts.

kosher certificate information

a.
quick look

information at a glance

originUnited States
active compoundsGinsenosides and polysaccharide glycans.
plant part usedroot
processingpowder

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
appearance & aromaWoody with no discernable scent.

c.
uses

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culinaryDecoct in hot water to make teas or add to soups. The dried root may also be tinctured.

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d.
flavor profile

whole, American
ginseng root

Mildly sweet in flavor.

e.
formulas & recipes

whole, American
ginseng root

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f.
what else you should know

whole, American
ginseng root

American ginseng is a member of the ivy family and native to eastern United States and Canada, although the species is also cultivated in China. The root is harvested from plants that are five to ten years old.

Like its Asian counterpart, Panax ginseng, American ginseng is considered an adaptogenic herb that helps the body cope with stress and resist disease. The active agents in the root are ginsenosides, a class of saponins that are exclusive to plants in the Panax genus.


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This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

please be advised: 
Before making any changes to your diet you should always consult with your doctor,
especially if you are pregnant, nursing or have existing conditions.