Herbal Supplement. Whole Herb. Promotes physical stamina. Standardized - Select Asian (Korean White) Ginseng Root. No artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Asian Ginseng, is a favorite among athletes, business people and active individuals as it is known to promote physical stamina. It may help improve resistance to physical and environmental stress. Natural Resource Asian Ginseng has a guaranteed ginsenoside content in each capsule. (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.) Common Name: Asian Ginseng. Species: Panax Ginseng. Family: Araliaceae. Parts Used: Roots. Herbal ABCs: The medicinal use of Asian Ginseng dates back thousands of years. Asian Ginseng is important in traditional Chinese medicine and is also widely used in the United States and Europe for helping to promote vitality. Taking a minimum of 4 to 6 years to reach maturity, wild Asian Ginseng is now found in only one area of China and rarely and sporadically in Korea. Most commercial herbal products contains Asian Ginseng are made from roots obtained from cultivated Ginseng Plants. Asian Ginseng Roots are used in two separate forms today; White Raw Ginseng Root or steamed and dried. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP), a developer of quality standards for drugs and dietary supplements, has published monographs in the National Formulary (USP25-NF20), on Asian Ginseng Root, Powdered Ginseng Root and Powdered Ginseng Extract, and is currently developing a monograph of Asian Ginseng capsules and tablets. There are over 60 published clinical trails that have attempted to determine various physiological properties of Asian Ginseng; 29 are summarized in the monograph in The ABC Clinical Guide of Herbs. The German Commission E has approved Asian Ginseng and its preparations as a tonic for invigoration and fortification in times of fatigue and debility, for declining capacity for work and concentration, and also for use during convalescence. The World Health Organization (WHO) has determined that the following uses of Asian Ginseng are supported by clinical data: prophylactic and restorative agent for enhancement of mental and physical capacities, in cases of weakness, exhaustion, tiredness, and loss of concentration, and during convalescence. The American Botanical Council recommends that consumers consult with a healthcare practitioner before attempting to treat diseases or conditions that need professional care. Safety Statement: Asian Ginseng is considered generally safe and is well tolerated by most users. Disclaimer: This information is derived primarily from the ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs, copyright by the American Botanical Council (ABC). Although great care was taken in compiling this information, due to the ever-changing nature of healthcare, ABC does not accept responsibility for the consequences of the use of this information or the most up-to-date accuracy of the information. For more information about Asian Ginseng and/or the ABC, visit website. The American Botanical Council does not endorse or test products, nor does it verify the content or claim made, either implicit or explicit. American Botanical Council Credentials: The American Botanical Council (AMC), based in Austin, Texas, is an independent, member-based, nonprofit, herbal medicine education and research organization serving the public, researchers, healthcare professionals, the media, and the herbal industry since 1988. ABC is the publisher of HerbalGram, an international peer-reviewed journal, and two award-winning herbal reference books. ABC has provided scientific information and served as a consultant or advisor to numerous international, national, and local health organizations in government, public and private sectors. Color variation is normal in this product.