Evidence supporting the use of: Ginseng, Oriental
For the health condition: Concentration (poor)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Ginseng, Oriental (Panax ginseng) has a long history of use in traditional East Asian medicine for enhancing mental and physical vitality, including cognitive function. In recent decades, its effects on concentration and cognitive performance have been investigated in scientific studies. Several randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews suggest that Panax ginseng supplementation may have modest, short-term benefits on aspects of cognitive function, such as attention, memory, and mental performance, particularly in healthy adults and elderly populations.

The proposed mechanisms include ginsenosides (the active compounds in ginseng) influencing neurotransmitter activity, reducing oxidative stress, and modulating brain function. For example, a 2010 systematic review in the journal Journal of Ginseng Research reported that several clinical trials demonstrated improvements in working memory and mental arithmetic after ginseng supplementation. However, results across studies are mixed, with some failing to find significant effects or noting that benefits diminish with prolonged use.

While there is moderate-quality evidence suggesting potential cognitive benefits, especially for acute use, the effects are generally small and not consistently replicated. More rigorous, long-term studies are needed. Nonetheless, the use of Oriental Ginseng for poor concentration is supported by both traditional use and a growing, though still limited, body of scientific evidence.

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