Ginseng

Ginseng has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries.
This slow-growing, short plant with fleshy roots can be classified in three ways depending on how long it has grown: fresh, white, or red.
Fresh ginseng is harvested before 4 years, white ginseng between 4-6 years, and red ginseng after 6 or more years.
There are many varieties of this herb, but the most popular are American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) and Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng).
American and Asian ginseng differ in their concentration of active compounds and effects on the body. It is believed that American ginseng has a calming effect, while Asian ginseng has an invigorating effect.
Ginseng contains two significant compounds: ginsenosides and gintonin. These compounds complement each other to provide health benefits.