Ginseng May Provide Benefits on Multiple Fronts

April 2016 in “ Dermatology Times ”

Sarah Kasprowicz

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TLDR Ginseng might help with energy, memory, aging, cancer, skin issues, and hair loss.

In 2016, studies began to support the traditional beliefs about the therapeutic benefits of ginseng, an ancient Asian remedy. Research indicated that ginseng not only had potential for increasing energy and improving memory but also possessed anti-oxidative, anti-aging, and anti-cancer properties. Additionally, emerging evidence suggested that ginseng could be beneficial for treating melasma, atopic dermatitis, and hair loss, providing a scientific basis for its use in these conditions.

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