Ginseng root is the root of ginseng. Many people know that ginseng has a great tonic effect, but few people know that ginseng roots are also a very precious tonic. Ginseng roots are rich in nutrients and have certain medicinal value. They can assist in the treatment of various diseases, such as tumors, coughs, etc. Next, I will introduce the functions of ginseng roots in detail! 1. Nutritional value of ginseng root The total saponin content in ginseng root is 11.52%, and the total sapogenin content is 2.07%, of which panaxadiol accounts for 35.04%, panaxatriol accounts for 39.68%, and oleanolic acid accounts for 9.88%. The total saponin content in raw sun-dried ginseng root is 8.28%, of which the saponins belonging to protopanaxadiol are 4%, the saponins belonging to protopanaxatriol are 1.63%, and the saponins belonging to oleanolic acid are 0.48%. The total saponin content in red ginseng root is 5.9%, including ginsenosides -Ro, Rb1, -Rb2, -Rc, -Rd, -Re, -Rf, and -Rg, with -Rb1 and -Rb2 having higher contents. It also contains a new polypeptide named RGHP-ⅡB2, which is a 33-mer peptide with a relative molecular mass of 3380. It also contains 14 kinds of amino acids, with aspartic acid being the highest. 2. The efficacy and function of ginseng root 1. Ginseng root is good for cancer patients Ginseng root has a good anti-tumor effect, especially for some liver cancer patients. Taking ginseng root syrup can effectively reduce the tumor and also improve the patient's immunity. 2. Ginseng root can treat cough, vomiting blood and produce body fluid Ginseng root is good for vomiting and retching, and it also has a good thirst-quenching effect. At the same time, ginseng root also has a good qi-invigorating effect, which can quench thirst and promote salivation. 3. The beauty benefits of ginseng root Ginseng roots can replenish blood, nourish blood, replenish qi, and nourish yin. For women, eating ginseng roots regularly has good beauty effects and can also prevent aging. At the same time, ginseng root also has a good calming effect. 4. Ginseng root has the effect of strengthening the spleen Ginseng root is beneficial for people with weak spleen, and is very helpful for treating symptoms such as abdominal distension, loss of appetite, or limb fatigue caused by poor digestion. 5. Ginseng root can also calm the mind and relieve restlessness Ginseng roots are rich in amino acids and vitamins, which can speed up the body's metabolism. They can also calm the mind and help people with insomnia. Ginseng roots also have a good effect in eliminating fatigue. 3. Side effects of ginseng root Ginseng root is actually the root of raw sun-dried ginseng, which is generally unprocessed, has a cool nature, and its main function is to invigorate qi; Ophiopogon japonicus is a yin-nourishing medicine. The two medicines are used together to invigorate qi and nourish yin, which is better for people with weak constitution. For people with hot constitution, long-term use will cause excessive heat. |
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