Panax Ginseng has been used in Asian wellness practices for thousands of years. The deep green, five-leafed plant bears clusters of bright red berries, but it’s actually the root of the plant that has earned its claim to fame. Rich in ginsenosides (a special kind of plant-based antioxidants), the ginseng root has been used in folk wellness traditions.
Naturally found throughout temperate climates in the northern hemisphere, ginseng is usually available as either the Korean or American variety.
…is harvested from Korea, China and other optimal growing locations in the Far East. A staple of traditional wellness practices for generations, Korean ginseng is greatly valued for its adaptogenic properties.
Korean ginseng is typically the red ginseng variety, meaning it is prepared by first steaming the root before heat drying.
…is harvested throughout North America. Its use dates historically to the Native Americans.
American ginseng is typically the white ginseng variety, meaning it is not steamed before being left to dry.
