11/30/2018 / By RJ Jhonson
Chinese ginseng (Panax notoginseng), also known simply as notoginseng, is good for your heart and there are scientific studies to prove it.
Despite the similarity in their name, ginseng and Chinese ginseng are different from each other, albeit belonging to the same genus. Whereas ginseng is known for its multiple effects, including nootropic ones, Chinese ginseng is famous for its positive effects on blood circulation. In fact, taking it as a supplement is said to lead to a healthy heart.
A study published in Frontiers of Pharmacology found Chinese ginseng to have several positive effects on coronary artery disease. The researchers’ analysis showed that the plant could regulate the metabolism of lipids and the coagulation of fluids. It also supports the formation of new blood vessels, prevents cellular death, and has anti-inflammatory, anti-atherosclerosis, and anti-myocardial ischemia. It can also improve angina pectoris, the pain that accompanies coronary heart disease.
Another study, one published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, concluded that the herb does have multiple positive effects, many of which can benefit the heart. Apart from seconding the benefits mentioned in the study above, the research also discovered that notoginseng can prevent arrhythmia, the occurrence of irregular heartbeats that could be a sign of an impending heart attack.
Furthermore, it was found that notoginseng can prevent hyperplasia, the abnormal increase in the size of organs. Hyperplasia is commonly a sign of the onset of cancer. The authors of this study concluded that Chinese ginseng has protective effects on the heart.
Chinese ginseng is sometimes used to treat coronary heart disease. A study published in Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine uncovered the mechanism behind this ability of notoginseng. Using advanced technology, the authors determined that the anticoagulant and hypolipidemic activities of Chinese ginseng enable it to prevent the formation of plaque that causes coronary heart disease.
Although some of these studies recommend further inquiry into notoginseng’s cardioprotective activity, they are excellent proof of the herb’s solid potential in boosting heart health.
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