Evidence supporting the use of: Ginseng, Oriental
For the health condition: Sex Drive (low)

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Synopsis

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

Panax ginseng, commonly referred to as Oriental or Asian ginseng, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese and Korean medicine as a tonic for vitality and to support sexual function, including low sex drive. Historically, ginseng has been considered an adaptogen, believed to enhance physical performance and sexual health. The root has been used for centuries in Asia to address symptoms of sexual dysfunction, including low libido and erectile difficulties, and is a common ingredient in various traditional remedies intended to boost sexual energy.

Scientific studies on the efficacy of Panax ginseng for low sex drive have yielded mixed results. Some clinical trials suggest that ginseng may improve sexual arousal and function, particularly in men, possibly due to its ginsenoside content, which may influence nitric oxide synthesis and blood flow. However, while there is some evidence from small-scale studies and meta-analyses supporting its use for erectile dysfunction, the evidence specifically for increasing libido is less robust and often limited by methodological weaknesses such as small sample sizes and inconsistent outcome measures. Overall, its use for supporting sex drive is primarily justified by tradition, with moderate evidence from human studies that is suggestive but not conclusive. Larger, high-quality trials are needed to better determine its true efficacy.

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