Incredibly Healthy Herb: Ginseng
Legend has it that the famous Chinese monarch Qin Shi
Huang regularly ate ginseng, in hopes of gaining eternal life. During
the Joseon Dynasty, King Yeongjo, who lived to be 83, also made ginseng a
regular part of his diet. The trend continues today as everyone from
movie and sports stars, like Choi Ji-Woo and Chan-Ho Park, turn to
ginseng to try to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Ginseng is a root whose shape resembles a human body and is highly esteemed in both the East and West. Korean ginseng (called Panax Ginseng) in particular is known worldwide for its amazing health benefits. Korea is said to be the best place to grow ginseng because the country has four distinct seasons, proper temperatures, excellent soil, and an adequate amount of annual rainfall.
It is true that many other countries also grow ginseng, but panax ginseng is of better quality and has more health benefits than ginseng grown in the United States, Japan, or China because it contains more saponins.
Ginseng is a root whose shape resembles a human body and is highly esteemed in both the East and West. Korean ginseng (called Panax Ginseng) in particular is known worldwide for its amazing health benefits. Korea is said to be the best place to grow ginseng because the country has four distinct seasons, proper temperatures, excellent soil, and an adequate amount of annual rainfall.
It is true that many other countries also grow ginseng, but panax ginseng is of better quality and has more health benefits than ginseng grown in the United States, Japan, or China because it contains more saponins.
Effects of Saponin and Ginseng
Although ginseng contains plenty of amino acids,
vitamins, and minerals, its health benefits cannot fully be explained
without saponins. The saponins in ginseng are usually referred to as
‘ginsenosides’ in order to differentiate them from the saponins found in
other vegetables such as garlic, onion, and bellflowers.
Ginsenosides boost immunity, help reduce the signs of stress, and increase blood circulation. Many studies have shown that ginseng also helps fight cancer, improve liver functions, and slow down the aging process.
Ginsenosides boost immunity, help reduce the signs of stress, and increase blood circulation. Many studies have shown that ginseng also helps fight cancer, improve liver functions, and slow down the aging process.
Why Is Six the ‘Magic Number?’
Ginseng reaches maturity in its sixth year. Saponins,
which begin to grow during ginseng’s third year, reach their maximum
during the sixth year. The quality of the ginseng plummets after year
seven, as the root develops a rough surface and stops growing.
Types of Ginseng
Giseng is called a variety of names depending on how it’s processed.
• Susam (or saengsam): unprocessed ginseng picked right out of the field
• Baeksam: cleaned and dried ginseng
• Hongsam: steamed and dried six-year-old ginseng (red in color)
• Baeksam: cleaned and dried ginseng
• Hongsam: steamed and dried six-year-old ginseng (red in color)
Ginseng produces a number of new nutrients as it goes
through the steaming and drying process. These new nutrients are present
only in Hongsam and are elements that are believed to slow down the
aging process and prevent cancer and obesity.
Storage of Ginseng
Susam consists of more than 75% water, making it
vulnerable to mold. It needs to be wrapped with newspaper or plastic
bags and refrigerated. Once it is out of the refrigerator, it must be
used immediately.
Baeksam can be stored up to one year if stored in a place without a lot of moisture. Vacuum-packed baeksam can last up to three years.
Vacuum-packed hongsam can be stored for more than ten years.
Baeksam can be stored up to one year if stored in a place without a lot of moisture. Vacuum-packed baeksam can last up to three years.
Vacuum-packed hongsam can be stored for more than ten years.
Dishes Using Ginseng
The most well-known ginseng dish is samgyetang (Korean
chicken and ginseng soup). It has an abundance of nutrients and is known
to increase stamina. Samgyetang is cooked with ginseng, sweet rice,
chestnuts, jujubes and more. Ginseng can also be used for making sweet
insamjeong (ginseng preserved with sugar and honey) and tasty fried
ginseng. Ginseng juice mixed with milk and honey is another delicious
way to enjoy this incredible root.
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