How much ginseng should the elderly eat every day?

　　In the eyes of many Chinese elderly, ginseng is an expensive tonic that is not necessary for daily use. In South Korea, ginseng is the most commonly consumed supplement in many families. You can see various snacks and side dishes made with Korean ginseng in supermarkets. Koreans have been eating ginseng since childhood, and they often eat ginseng for health care.

　　Both are ginseng, so why are they treated so differently in the two countries? According to experts, the nourishing effect of Korean ginseng is no stronger than that of Chinese ginseng. Koreans may have a milder reaction to ginseng, while many Chinese people tend to get angry easily after eating ginseng.

　　From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, ginseng is very effective for people with qi deficiency. However, only those with real qi deficiency who need to replenish their qi are suitable to take ginseng as a tonic. Shallow and short breathing, low voice, tiredness and inability to talk, sweating when moving, decreased appetite, and a pale tongue are all symptoms of Qi deficiency. Have high blood pressure, etc. sexually transmitted diseases Friends who are diagnosed with qi deficiency by a doctor can also eat ginseng.

　　Experts recommend that everyone consult a doctor before eating ginseng. For Asia healthy People who are in a certain condition can eat relatively mild American ginseng, Codonopsis pilosula or Radix Pseudostellariae without knowing their personal constitution.

　　However, no matter what kind of ginseng you eat, you can’t overdose. Even people with Qi deficiency will still get angry if they eat too much. Experts believe that it is best for the elderly not to eat more than 6 grams of ginseng every day. Oral ulcers It is not suitable for people who often feel symptoms such as dry mouth and hot palms and soles. If you have symptoms such as mouth sores or sore throat after consuming ginseng, you can eat some raw rehmannia to relieve the symptoms.