Recently, I have noticed that many pharmacies are selling fresh ginseng, and I also bought a bottle. I have never eaten fresh ginseng before, so I want to ask if fresh ginseng can be eaten raw?
Can fresh ginseng be eaten raw?
Yes, it can be eaten raw.
Fresh ginseng is ginseng that is directly dug out from the ground. It is a commonly used nourishing ingredient, known for its effects of replenishing qi, tonifying the spleen and lungs, and assisting in the treatment of conditions such as physical weakness, poor appetite due to spleen deficiency, and chronic illness. It has a sweet and bitter taste and does not have any obvious toxic side effects. Therefore, fresh ginseng can be eaten raw.
Is eating fresh ginseng raw effective?
The effectiveness of eating it raw is average.
Fresh ginseng has strong nourishing effects. However, if it is eaten raw, its medicinal components are difficult to be absorbed by the stomach and intestines, resulting in less optimal efficacy. It is generally recommended to cook fresh ginseng in a soup, as this allows its medicinal components to be better extracted and absorbed by the body, leading to faster effectiveness.
How much fresh ginseng should be consumed at once?
5-15 grams.
It is generally recommended to consume 5-15 grams of fresh ginseng at once. Although the medicinal properties of fresh ginseng are milder compared to dried ginseng, it still has strong nourishing effects. Consuming too much may cause symptoms of excessive internal heat, such as dry mouth and mouth sores.
Can fresh ginseng be consumed every day?
Generally, it can be consumed every day.
Fresh ginseng has multiple effects, including replenishing qi, strengthening the body, improving immunity, and protecting the brain and heart. For individuals with normal constitution, it is generally safe to consume fresh ginseng in moderate amounts every day, which can help enhance one's immune system and physical strength.
How to maximize the effectiveness of fresh ginseng consumption?
Soaking fresh ginseng in alcohol
Ingredients: 1 fresh ginseng root, 30 grams of goji berries, 1000 milliliters of white wine.
Instructions:
1. Use a soft brush to clean the surface dirt of the fresh ginseng (be careful not to damage the root hairs).
2. Pat dry the ginseng with a cotton cloth or let it air dry in a cool place.
3. Place the ginseng in a wine jar and add the goji berries.
4. Pour in the white wine and seal the jar.
5. Store in a cool place for 15-30 days before consumption.
6. Drink 20 milliliters at a time, 2-3 times a day.
Cooking fresh ginseng in soup
Ingredients: 1 chicken, half a fresh ginseng root, appropriate amount of goji berries and red dates, salt to taste.
Instructions:
1. Clean the chicken and remove the internal organs, then cut it into pieces.
2. Blanch the chicken in boiling water for 5 minutes, remove and rinse off any excess oil.
3. Wash the fresh ginseng, goji berries, and red dates.
4. Put the chicken, fresh ginseng, goji berries, and red dates into a clay pot.
5. Add an appropriate amount of water and boil for about 20 minutes.
6. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour.
7. Finally, add salt to taste.
Who should not consume fresh ginseng?
People with cold or fever
The treatment principle for individuals with cold or fever is to disperse lung qi. Fresh ginseng has a mild medicinal property and strong nourishing effects. Consuming it may cause the stagnation of pathogenic factors in the body, potentially worsening the symptoms of cold or fever and prolonging the duration of the illness.
People with excessive internal heat due to yin deficiency
Fresh ginseng has a mild medicinal property. It is not suitable for individuals with excessive internal heat due to yin deficiency. Consuming it may exacerbate the internal heat, leading to aggravated symptoms such as restlessness, dry throat, and night sweats.
