Siberian Ginseng

Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) has been shown to have a number of beneficial effects on the physiology of the body.   One of these appears to be an ability to protect the adrenal glands, increasing their capacity to withstand prolonged stress.

The adrenal glands are the chief organs in the body responsible for dealing with stress, they secrete a variety of hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol, which have important roles to play in the body's response to stress.  However, the adrenal glands have only a certain capacity to respond to stress, and prolonged demands can cause them to weaken.

Another of Siberian ginseng's specific effects is that it appears to enhance the action of the immune system.

In addition to helping combat the effects of long-term stress, Siberian ginseng also has the capacity to enhance performance and vitality in healthy individuals.