Evidence supporting the use of: Panax Ginseng
For the health condition: Nervousness

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Panax Ginseng has a long history of use in traditional Chinese and Korean medicine as a general tonic for enhancing vitality, reducing fatigue, and improving resilience to stress. Within this holistic framework, ginseng has sometimes been recommended to help with symptoms that could be interpreted as "nervousness," such as anxiety, restlessness, or inability to concentrate. However, the traditional use of Panax Ginseng for nervousness is not as prominent or specific as its use for boosting energy or immune function. This means that while ginseng has been used to support overall mental and emotional well-being, direct references to its use for "nervousness" per se are limited in the historical literature. Scientific studies on Panax Ginseng and anxiety or nervousness are relatively sparse, and results are mixed. Some small studies and animal models suggest potential adaptogenic or anxiolytic effects, possibly mediated by compounds called ginsenosides, which may impact neurotransmitter systems like GABA and serotonin. However, robust clinical evidence in humans is lacking, and systematic reviews generally conclude that more research is needed before recommending ginseng as a treatment for anxiety or nervousness. Thus, while traditional practices provide some rationale for its use, the direct evidence—both traditional and scientific—supporting Panax Ginseng for "nervousness" is limited.

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