Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus)(Siberian Ginseng)

Published By OWC Research Staff on February 23, 2011

Key Health Actions: decrease blood pressure, immune system enhancement, physical stamina and mental clarity/alertness.

Excerpt:

Renowned for its ability to increase mental alertness, the immune system, and muscle performance, scientists believe Eleuthero helps prevent “adrenal burnout” caused by ongoing physical or mental stress. For this reason it is a natural resource to assist in the training of athletes. The mental alertness it offers is comparable in nature to caffeine, but without the crash that often accompanies caffeine.

Discussion:

Eleuthero is native to the forests of Siberia and Korea. More recently, it has adapted to parts of British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest. Eleuthero is a relative of the ginseng family and has been cultivated for medicinal use for over 2,000 years. Previously, it was known as ‘Siberian Ginseng.’

Eleuthero contains eleutherosides and lipophilic triterpenoid saponins, and is considered to be adaptogenic and antichloresteremic.

Forms Available:

Powder, dried roots or stems, capsules, tablets and tinctures.

Caution is advised when taking blood pressure medications, as it may reduce the need for medication.

Contributed by Jen Awdry, OWC Researcher

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Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus)(Siberian Ginseng)

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