Abstract
Ginseng is a traditional herb mostly used in eastern world, namely the countries of Korea and China. It is believed to be a herbal elixir and useful in promotion of long healthy life. It is known to increase strength and vital capacity of the body (1). Ginsenosides are the main active compounds that constitute ginseng. They are considered to be steroidal saponins that act as anti- tumor activists (2). They have been known to show a myriad of pharmacological effects on target tissues, although the type of ginsenoside varies in each species of ginseng. This review study aims to explore the history, mechanisms, targets and effect of ginseng.
Highlights
1.0 Brief historyGinseng is a 2000 year old traditionally used herb to cure an array of disorders
Ginsenosides are the main active compounds that constitute ginseng. They are considered to be steroidal saponins that act as anti- tumor activists [2]. They have been known to show a myriad of pharmacological effects on target tissues, the type of ginsenoside varies in each species of ginseng
Siberian ginseng is a type of ginseng coming from Ariliaceae family containing different ginsenoside
Summary
The part which has the root is known for its potential to enhance physical potential and capacity [3]. The ginseng extract is mainly prepared from the epidermal part of the plant root which consist of lateral and fine roots due to the presence of high amount of protopanaxadiol ginsenoside as compared to main root part [7]. 3.0 Mechanism of action Ginsenosides weave themselves into the plasma membranes They possess both the hydrophobic and the hydrophilic part, they are amphiphilic in nature. First pathway involves inducing changes in electrolyte transport system when ginsenosides bind to the membrane receptors and activates signal pathways
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