- Origin
Korea, China
- Format
Standardized root extract
- Best time
Morning
What it is
Ginseng is the most iconic herb in the East Asian materia medica, used for at least two thousand years across Korea, China and Japan.
How it works
Modulates the HPA axis, supports nitric oxide signalling, and is associated with improved cognitive performance and energy in fatigued individuals.
The protocol
200–400 mg of standardized extract (typically 4–7% ginsenosides) in the morning.
Sourcing
Korean red ginseng (steamed, aged) is the most prized form. Look for disclosed ginsenoside content.
Honest caution
Stimulating for some — keep to mornings. Avoid combining with stimulants if sensitive. Discontinue two weeks before surgery.
What it supports
- Energy and stamina — Supports physical and mental performance under load.
- Adaptive resilience — Helps the body meet sustained demand without burnout.









