Evidence supporting the use of: San-Qi Ginseng
For the health condition: Convalescence
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
San-Qi Ginseng (Panax notoginseng), also known as Tianqi or Sanchi, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for supporting convalescence—the period of recovery after illness or surgery. In TCM, San-Qi is believed to invigorate the blood, resolve blood stasis, and reduce swelling and pain, making it a popular remedy for patients recovering from trauma, surgery, or major illnesses. The root is often prescribed to help restore strength, promote healing, and improve overall vitality during the convalescent phase.
While there is a growing body of scientific research on San-Qi Ginseng’s pharmacological effects, most studies focus on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hemostatic properties rather than direct clinical trials in convalescent populations. Some laboratory and animal studies suggest that its main constituents, notoginsenosides, may aid tissue repair and modulate immune responses, which could be beneficial during recovery. However, robust clinical evidence in humans specifically targeting convalescence is limited.
Overall, the use of San-Qi Ginseng to support convalescence is primarily justified by traditional practices and historical usage in TCM, rather than strong scientific validation from modern clinical studies.
Other ingredients used for Convalescence
aloe veraalpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
arabinogalactan
astaxanthin
astragalus
Beta-Glucan
bilberry
black currant
bovine
bovine liver
branched-chain amino acids
bupleurum falcatum
cat's claw
caterpillar mushroom
chlorella
colostrum
cordyceps
turmeric
elderberry
eleuthero
fish protein
garlic bulb
ginger
gotu kola
grape
green tea
iron
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-cysteine
l-glutamine
l-glycine
lactoferrin
lentinula edodes mycelia
licorice root
liquid liver fractions
milk
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
pollen
pomegranate
protein
pyrroloquinoline disodium salt
quail egg
reishi mushroom
shiitake mushroom
spirulina
vitamin C
vitamin D
whey protein
zinc
jiaogulan
bee pollen
lingzhi
haliotis
cistanche
ganoderma
royal jelly
fulvic acid
goji berry
algae
Alcohol
Animal Tissue
Antler
Ambergris
Auricularia
Albumin
Andrographis
Algal protein
Alkylglycerols
Animal protein
Butter
Blackthorn
Beef Protein
Beef
Beef liver
Bone Marrow
Bovine Protein
Bacteria
BCAA
Bupleurum
Bird's nest
Chinese Mountain Ant
Coriolus mushroom
Codonopsis
Chinese Pond Turtle
Centella asiatica
Chicken
Dialyzable Leukocyte Extract
D-Ribose
Dipeptide
Egg
Elk antler
Euglena gracilis
Egg protein
fibroblast growth factor
Milk Protein
Mistletoe
Quinoa Protein
Other health conditions supported by San-Qi Ginseng
Adrenal FatigueAnemia
Appetite (deficient)
Arteriosclerosis
Arthritis
Asthma
Blood Clots (prevention of)
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Chest Pain
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Colds (general)
Convalescence
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Fever
Gout
Headache (general)
Heart (weakness)
Hypertension
Inflammation
Influenza
Liver Detoxification
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Nerve Damage