Herbal Antivirals: Heal Yourself Faster, Cheaper and Safer - Your A-Z Guide to Choosing, Preparing and Using the Most Effective Natural Antiviral Herbs by Jones Mary

Author:Jones, Mary [Jones, Mary]
Language: eng
Format: epub, azw
Publisher: Herbal Medicine
Published: 2015-12-18T16:00:00+00:00

21. Eleuthero (Ginseng Siberian)

Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus ), also known as eleuthero, has been used for centuries in Eastern countries, including China and Russia. Despite its name, it is completely different from American (Panax quinquefolius) and Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), and has different active chemical components. The active ingredients in Siberian ginseng, called eleutherosides, are thought to stimulate the immune system.

Siberian ginseng was traditionally used to prevent colds and flu and to increase energy, longevity, and vitality. It is widely used in Russia as an “adaptogen.” An adaptogen is a substance that is supposed to help the body better cope with either mental or physical stress.

TIP : Siberian ginseng is great to get over from altitude sickness. It relieves from this sickness by improving the supply of oxygen in the blood. You can take Siberian ginseng in a capsule form (300 mg per day) or 10 drops of tincture in quarter glass of water. Drink it twice a day.

Availability: In most good health food and herbal remedy stores (e.g. Naturesremedy , iHerb , Amazon )

Antiviral Properties: Polysaccharides which increases the body’s production of interferon. Eleuthero is primarily used for the herpes simplex virus , but it also works to boost the immune system, helping the body fight the cold and flu virus .

Collection & Preparation: Available as a tablet, capsule, tincture or extract.

Dosage: 500mg per day for viral infections. Use caution when taking for longer than 2 months without a 2-3 week break.

Possible Side Effects: Drowsiness, depressions, insomnia, headache, hypertension, anxiety, muscle spasms, changes in heart pace.

Contraindications: Do not take if you suffer from bleeding disorders, diabetes, prostate disorders, heart conditions, hormone sensitive conditions, high blood pressure or mental conditions. Avoid if pregnant, menstruating or breast feeding.

Alternatives: Other ginseng products.

Other Uses: High blood pressure, kidney disease, stress, fatigue, cancer, diabetes, insomnia, arthritis, Alzheimer, debility, hyperthyroidism, etc.

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