Ginseng has already been hailed as a remedy against colds and diabetes. Scientists believe it works by acting as an adaptogen,  a substance that helps the body overcome stress effects.
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There have been claims for Ginseng’s effectiveness in treating acidity, back pain, cancer, depression, impotence, hair loss, urinary difficulties, diarrhoea, high blood pressure and insomnia. Now it seems it improves intelligence.
The Human Mind by Robert Winston

A large study indicates that it may boost the survival rates of women who have had breast cancer diagnosed.
TimesOnline.co.uk

This novel compound could serve as the basis for a whole new class of anti-diabetic medications.
Eurekalert.org

Research showed that people who take ginseng regularly suffer substantially fewer colds.
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