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PANAX GINSENG

Ren Shen GINSENG ROOT, "MAN ROOT"

Ren Shen is an expensive herb as it takes six or seven years to cultivate. It is calming and has a proven effect on stress.

HOW TO USE

Ren Shen is invaluable because it tonifies both the qi (lack of energy) and the yin (lack of fluid). It is used after shock, with shallow respiration, shortness of breath, cold limbs, profuse sweating, and a weak pulse. It is good for Lung problems, such as labored breathing and wheezing, and Spleen Qi Deficient problems such as lethargy, lack of appetite, bloating, and diarrhea, or, more severely, prolapse of the stomach, uterus, or rectum. It calms the Heart when there are palpitations, and in cases of anxiety, insomnia, or forgetfulness. As it is so expensive, it is usually substituted by Dang Shen in prescriptions.

PROPERTIES Sweet, slightly Bitter, slightly Warm

CHANNELS Lung, Spleen

FUNCTIONS AND USES

 Strong tonifier of Root Qi: helps to revive an unconscious person.

 Tonifies the Lungs and benefits the qi.

 Strengthens the Spleen and tonifies the Stomach.

 Ren Shen generates fluid and stops thirst: use for diabetes when the qi and Blood have been injured by high fever and sweating.

 Benefits the Heart Qi and calms the spirit.

CAUTION

 Contraindicated for Yin Deficiency with Heat signs (it is slightly warming), heat excess or no significant Qi Deficiency. Overdose can lead to headache, insomnia, and a rise in blood pressure.