Potent Antioxidant That May Reduce Inflammation

Ginseng contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. In vitro studies have revealed that ginseng extracts and ginsenoside components can reduce inflammation and boost antioxidant activity in cells. One test-tube research, for example, discovered that Korean red ginseng extract decreased inflammation and enhanced antioxidant activity in eczema skin cells. The results in people are also promising.

In one study, 18 young male athletes were given 2 grams of Korean red ginseng extract three times each day for seven days. Following an activity test, the men's levels of various inflammatory markers were measured. These levels were considerably lower in the placebo group and lasted up to 72 hours following testing. However, because the placebo group received a different medicinal plant, these findings should be interpreted with caution, and additional research is required. Finally, in bigger research, 71 postmenopausal women were given 3 grams of red ginseng or a placebo every day for 12 weeks. Following that, antioxidant activity and oxidative stress indicators were assessed. Researchers concluded that red ginseng may help reduce oxidative stress by increasing antioxidant enzyme activities.