2006-10-11 06:26:46 · 9 answers · asked by sbes86 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
coz it boosts your energy levels,increasing your blood pressure even more i think...xx
2006-10-11 06:29:30 · answer #1 · answered by nicola 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Siberian ginseng may be taken in the presence of high blood pressure or hypertension and has been found to actually help these conditions. Chinese ginseng (Panax) should be avoided in the event of high blood pressure (systolic over 180 mmHg) as it stimulates the adrenals and has a hypertensive action.34
Siberian ginseng is a superlative adaptogen, imparting resistance to a large range of physical, chemical and biological stresses. It has been used as a folk remedy for heart ailments, insomnia, hemiplegia, hypertension, and rheumatism. It has also been employed to restore vigor, memory, good appetite and longevity. In China, it is seen as a tool to lower cholesterol, cure impotence and increase blood oxygen. From studies done by Soviet Drs. Z.I. Gutnikova, P.P. Vorobyeva, N.I. Guprunow and Professor I.I. Brekham, it was found to normalize low blood pressure and moderate forms of high blood pressure. What is remarkable is that in effecting these beneficial results, Siberian ginseng does not disturb or cause values to exceed normal ranges.34
In his clinical practice, Dr. Willard recommends the use of Siberian ginseng (not actually a ginseng botanically) twice as often as Chinese ginseng. There are no known toxic effects from Siberian ginseng. Cancer patients, in addition to conventional therapy, are often helped by taking Panax ginseng for one month, followed by Siberian ginseng for an indefinite period of time.34
Recommended Siberian ginseng dosage:
Powder: 3 - 15 gm daily
Tincture: 10 - 50 drops daily
2006-10-11 06:29:43 · answer #2 · answered by god knows and sees else Yahoo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ginseng is a stimulant, like caffiene but "natural", it's supposed to give you a buzz. This could be dangerous for people with high blood pressure. Just have the regular green tea, or try Rooibos Earl Grey, it's caffiene free and tasty!
2016-03-18 07:52:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.
2016-05-18 07:45:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ginseng is very dangerous to people with high blood pressure, thus not recommended. However, Green tea (if there is no caffeine in it) have shown promise in treating high blood pressure by impeding the action of the enzymes known to constrict blood vessels.
2006-10-11 10:36:27 · answer #5 · answered by jill_sky2k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People with high blood pressure must avoid ginseng so I was informed by my health food shop. Make it worse perhaps?
2006-10-11 06:29:41 · answer #6 · answered by lollipoppett2005 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the common reported side-affects of Ginseng is increased blood pressure. If you already have high blood pressure it could be disastrous
2006-10-11 06:30:53 · answer #7 · answered by MGN2006 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be honest it seems a bit wierd because Ginseng is supposed to normalise blood pressure, whether it be high or low...
2006-10-11 06:40:42 · answer #8 · answered by jo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ginseng can increase the heart rate and subsequently increase bp.
2006-10-11 06:29:42 · answer #9 · answered by neogriff 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ginsing is a stimulant. People with hypertension should not ingest stimulants.
2006-10-11 06:29:19 · answer #10 · answered by BugGurl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋