Red ginseng: Very effective against erectile dysfunction

Many men have symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED) or erectile dysfunction as you age. 

Also called impotence , erectile dysfunction is an occasional (or prolonged) inability to achieve or maintain an erection . When erectile dysfunction occurs frequently, you may need treatment for an underlying health condition.

In this way, erectile dysfunction is important to treat. Lifestyle changes, medications, and natural or complementary treatments can all help regain a healthy libido and restore the desired level of sexual function.

Treat erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction can have psychological causes. In many cases, there is a physiological cause such as diabetes , nerve damage Where heart disease . Lifestyle changes, such as weight loss , exercise and smoking cessation and alcohol , can often help stop erection problems .

But lifestyle changes may not be enough to relieve symptoms for men with erectile dysfunction, so medication may be another good option. Certain herbal supplements, such as ginseng, may also help. Be sure to speak with your doctor before taking any type of supplement.

What is red ginseng?

Red ginseng is a plant that grows in Asia. It is sometimes called Asian ginseng, Chinese ginseng or panax ginseng.

Red ginseng should not be confused with Siberian ginseng or American ginseng. Siberian and American ginseng are different plants that serve different needs.

Ginseng root is used as a natural remedy in supplement form. The plant must grow for 5 years before being used. This usually means that high quality ginseng is expensive.

The dried but unprocessed root is called white ginseng. The root that has been steamed and dried is called red ginseng.

Traditional uses of red ginseng

Red ginseng has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as an overall wellness supplement for centuries. It has been used for:

• Boost the immune system
• Improve heart health
• Treat Diabetes
• Increase energy
• Reduce stress
• Treat impotence

The root is said to resemble the human body. Instead of arms and legs, it has shoots. This resemblance is believed to be why traditional herbalists considered ginseng a full body treatment. Today, research shows how effective ginseng is as a natural remedy.

Red ginseng is effective against erection problems

A 2018 meta-analysis which reviewed 28 herbal studies found panax ginseng to be particularly effective for the treatment of erectile dysfunction .

Red ginseng in women

Many women also experience a decline in sexual function during pregnancy. menopause . An older study explored the effects of red ginseng on postmenopausal women .

In the study, 32 women received either three capsules a day of ginseng or a placebo. Those who received the supplement improved their sexual functioning without side effects. Researchers have concluded that red ginseng can improve sexual function in women.

A 2020 study on postmenopausal women found that ginseng did not statistically relieve menopausal symptoms, but did improve sexual functioning in these women.

Other Benefits of Red Ginseng

Some research suggests that ginseng may help people with cancer. G inseng can help prevent the colorectal (or colon) cancer. Ginseng may also help people with cancer feel better when combined with a chemotherapy .

In addition,  some research show that ginseng can prevent the growth of tumors and even stop the spread of cancer cells. The saponin, component of ginseng known to inhibit the growth of cancerous tumors, may improve memory problems in dementia and improve heart health.

More studies are needed, but current evidence shows hope for its use in other areas of health as well.