Eleuthero( Formerly Siberian Ginseng )
Can Be a Real Pick-Me-Up!!LATIN NAME Eleutherococcus senticosus It is also known as Russian Ginseng, Touch-me-not, Siberian Ginseng , Devil’s Shrub, and ci wu jia. GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND INFORMATION: This herb is a woody shrub with a thick, twisted root, and prickly stems.
It is native to northern Asia and it grows in the Tiaga forests of southern Russia, northern China, Korea, and Japan. Eleuthero root is more useful for maintaining good health rather than treating poor health.It can be used as a tonic for people who are run-down, or feeling weak and lacking in energy. Siberian ginseng has been used by cosmonauts and Olympic athletes to reduce stress, and as a general tonic. The herb was studied extensively by Russian scientist in the 1940’s. The use of the herb became very popular in Russia and other European countries. Eventually, this enthusiasm of this herb spread to the United States. Today this herb is recommended as a tincture to: * counter fatigue * improve strength and stamina * improve physical performance * improve memory * prevent colds and flu * stimulate the immune system * counter chronic fatigue syndrome * restore health following convalescence or radiation exposure * combats the herpes simplex viruses TARGET AILMENTS Take internally for: * reducing blood pressure * reducing physical and mental stress * improving stamina * improving resistance to stress * depression * fatigue * stress * colds * influenza * sore throat * chronic fatigue syndrome * diabetes * infection PREPARATIONS: Eleuthero is available as tincture, fresh or dried root, root powder, capsules, tablets, extract, prepared tea, freeze-dried root, and cured rock candy at health food stores.Rootstock harvested in the fall can be dried and used for extracts, decoctions, and infusions. Parts used: Roots, stem, bark Collection: Roots are harvested in the autumn and dried. Actions: Immune stimulating, adaptogen SAFETY AND SIDE EFFECTS Not Serious: This herb may cause headaches, insomnia, anxiety, breast soreness, diarrhea, and rashes. Serious: Ginseng may also cause some symptoms that could be serious such as: asthma attacks, increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, post-menopausal uterine bleeding. CAUTION: It is recommended that this herb (Siberian Ginseng) not be used more than three months. Pregnant or breast-feeding women should be careful when using Siberian ginseng. Some products may be adulterated with herbs that should not be taken during pregnancy.
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