Possible health benefits of ginseng

Ginseng in a mortar with pestle and scattered ginseng pills
Ginseng is one of the most widely used herbal supplements.

Traditionally ginseng has been used to treat a number of different ailments.

However, it should be noted that ginseng's therapeutic properties are often questioned by Western scientists and health professionals because of little "high-quality" research determining its true effectiveness in medicine.

Energy provider

Ginseng may help with stimulating physical and mental activity among people who are weak and tired. A Mayo Clinic study revealed that ginseng showed good results in helping cancer patients with fatigue.