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Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treatment of Metabolic Syndrome

This comprehensive review explores the role of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in managing metabolic syndrome (MetS). It introduces TCM principles and evaluates 25 traditional Chinese herbs for their potential therapeutic effects on MetS components, including obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and hypertension. Notably, ginseng (Panax ginseng and Panax quinquefolium) exhibits anti-hyperglycemic,

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Ginseng for managing menopausal woman’s health: A systematic review of double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trials

This systematic review analyzed 10 double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trials to assess the efficacy of various ginseng preparations, including Korean Red Ginseng (KRG) and American ginseng, in managing menopausal symptoms. The findings indicated that ginseng may positively influence sexual function and reduce total hot flash scores, particularly with KRG. However, the

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Hormesis Mediates Acquired Resilience: Using Plant-Derived Chemicals to Enhance Health

This review explores how plant-derived chemicals such as curcumin, ginseng, Ginkgo biloba, resveratrol, and green tea activate hormetic pathways, which enhance resilience against stressors and may help prevent and manage diseases like neurodegenerative disorders, cardiovascular conditions, and other age-related ailments. Hormesis involves a biphasic dose-response, where low doses of stressors

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Pharmacological Effects of Ginseng: Multiple Constituents and Multiple Actions on Humans

This systematic review explores the diverse pharmacological effects of ginseng, focusing on its active compounds—ginsenosides and polysaccharides—and their impact on human health. Drawing from 20 years of clinical studies, primarily in developed countries, the review highlights ginseng’s adaptogenic properties, which help regulate physiological processes and promote homeostasis. It demonstrates beneficial

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