Archive for November, 2015

5,000 Year Old ”˜King of Herbs”'-KOREAN GINSENG

Rose Gbdamassi, Circle of Healing CHAT member hosts the BYI October All CHAT Meeting featuring Aiko Steans and Dr. Breslows who presented on Korean GinsengPhotos by Tim McCall Korean Ginseng has been in use for over 5,000 years and is called the ”˜King Of Herbs”' due to its energizing and revitalizing effects on the human body. Traditionally, Korean Ginseng had been used as a restorative tonic to increase stamina, restore energy, and relax the body after a long day”'s work. Today Korean Ginseng is widely used all over the world to improve overall energy and vitality, particularly during times of fatigue and stress. Korean Ginseng is one of the best adaptogen in improving the body”'s overall ability to adapt to and cope with the negative effects of physical and environmental stress. Korean Ginseng is usually grown for 5 to 6 years before being harvested. The roots are usually cooked, preserved with honey, or steamed and extracted into a liquid form. Most Korean [...]