Evidence supporting the use of: Ginseng (unspecified)
For the health condition: Congestive Heart Failure

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Ginseng, including both Panax ginseng (Asian ginseng) and Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng), has been used in traditional medicine systems—most notably Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)—for centuries as a general tonic to strengthen the body and improve vitality, sometimes including cardiovascular health. However, the use of ginseng specifically for congestive heart failure (CHF) is not a central or well-documented part of traditional regimens. In TCM, ginseng is believed to "tonify Qi," which can be interpreted as supporting overall energy and resilience, potentially encompassing heart function. Scientifically, clinical evidence supporting ginseng’s effectiveness in treating CHF is extremely limited and largely inconclusive. A few small studies and animal models have suggested possible beneficial effects on cardiac function, such as improved cardiac output and antioxidant properties, but these findings have not been replicated in large, well-designed human clinical trials. Major systematic reviews and guidelines do not endorse ginseng as a treatment for CHF. In conclusion, any use of ginseng for CHF is primarily based on traditional beliefs or extrapolation from its general use as a tonic, not on robust scientific validation.

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