Northeastern Ginseng

Northeastern Ginseng

　　Northeastern Ginseng

　　Ginseng is the foremost of the “Three Treasures of the Northeast” and is known as the “King of Herbs.” Wild ginseng is referred to as “wild ginseng” and is more precious, while cultivated ginseng is called “garden ginseng.” Ginseng contains components such as ginsenosides, ginseng acid, aromatic oils, plant sterols, and vitamin glycosides. It has effects such as stimulating the central nervous system, promoting metabolism, and lowering blood sugar. Traditional Chinese medicine describes ginseng as sweet in flavor and highly effective in replenishing vital energy. It is a precious medicinal herb known for relaxing muscles and tendons, invigorating circulation, refreshing the spirit, strengthening stamina, and nourishing the spleen and stomach. Ginseng can be used not only in medicine but also in cooking, sugar production, wine infusion, tobacco processing, and the creation of high-end nutritional cosmetics. Currently, a variety of ginseng-based products developed in the northeastern market are very popular among domestic and international tourists.