Ginseng is one of the popular gifts, which is not only a precious tonic herb but also can be used for stewing soups and brewing alcohol. Ginseng can enhance immunity, improve memory, and relieve fatigue. So, at what age is ginseng suitable for consumption? Can elderly people eat ginseng?
At what age is ginseng suitable?
There is no strict age limit.
Ginseng has a cool nature and a slightly bitter taste. It has the effects of nourishing Qi, generating body fluids, and moistening the lungs. It is suitable for people with internal heat, dry mouth and throat, virtual heat and fatigue, coughing, wheezing, and phlegm with blood. Although ginseng is a tonic herb, it is not suitable for everyone. It should be avoided by those with weak yang and cold and dampness in the stomach. There is no strict age limit for taking ginseng. The principle of taking ginseng is "do not tonify if not deficient". If there is no discomfort, it is not advisable to take ginseng regularly. Those with health problems should seek professional medical advice.
Is ginseng suitable for elderly people?
It can be consumed in moderation.
Ginseng has a good effect on tonifying Qi. It contains various ginsenosides, which can enhance immunity, improve memory, promote digestion, protect the cardiovascular system, and regulate blood pressure. Elderly people can take ginseng in moderation for health maintenance, especially those with deficiency of Qi and Yin, virtual heat and fatigue, coughing, wheezing, dry throat, and thirst. Ginseng can enhance memory and improve symptoms such as memory decline and senile dementia in elderly people.
Can children of all ages consume ginseng?
Above 12 years old.
Ginseng has the effect of nourishing the body. Children are in the period of growth and development, so taking ginseng may affect their development. Therefore, younger children should not consume ginseng. Generally speaking, children above 12 years old can take ginseng, but not all children above 12 years old are suitable for consumption. Ginseng belongs to nourishing Yin herbs and has the effects of tonifying Qi, nourishing Yin, clearing heat, and generating body fluids. It is suitable for people with internal heat, coughing, wheezing, diabetes, and dry mouth and throat. Whether children can consume ginseng or not still requires professional medical diagnosis.
What can ginseng be paired with for brewing?
Ginseng honey water
Ingredients
3-5 grams of ginseng, 15 grams of honey.
Instructions
1. Wash the ginseng and put it in a cup;
2. Pour boiling water over it and cover it for 5 minutes;
3. When the ginseng water cools down, add honey to it.
Gynostemma pentaphyllum ginseng
Ingredients
3-5 grams of Gynostemma pentaphyllum, 3-5 slices of ginseng.
Instructions
1. Wash Gynostemma pentaphyllum and ginseng;
2. Put them in a cup and brew with boiling water.
