For many people, the end of a busy year leaves most feeling sleepy, sluggish and lethargic no matter how much sleep they get. Diet and exercise can go a long way towards getting better rest at night and being more alert during the day. Balancing healthy eating choices with routine exercise can dramatically affect the way a person performs throughout the day. There is a supplement that has been proven to help fight symptoms of tiredness and increase energy levels. What is it?
Ginseng may help fight fatigue and enhance physical activity by lowering oxidative damage and increasing energy production in cells.
Various animal studies have linked some components in ginseng. like polysaccharides and oligopeptides, with lower oxidative stress and higher energy production which could help fight fatigue.
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What the studies say
In a study with the US National Library of Medicine National Institute of Health, ginseng and how it could improve fatigue, in particular cancer-related fatigue, was analysed.
The trial involved cancer survivors with one group given American ginseng and the other group receiving a placebo were investigated in a period of eight weeks.
The study noted that data supported the positive effects of ginseng on fatigue.
Ginseng root can be consumed in many ways, either eaten raw or lightly steamed to soften and add to meals.
Ginseng can also be stewed into water to make tea or added to stir fry’s or soups Health experts recommend taking around one to two grams of raw ginseng root or 200 to 400mg of ginseng extract.
Ginseng’s other benefits include a reduced risk of cancer, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, high blood pressure and menopausal symptoms.
