Evidence supporting the use of: Ginseng, Panax
For the health condition: Dizziness
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Panax ginseng has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other East Asian medical systems for a variety of conditions, including symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue. In TCM, ginseng is often prescribed to "tonify Qi" (vital energy), support overall vitality, and address symptoms thought to arise from deficiencies or imbalances, such as dizziness, weakness, and faintness. Case reports and traditional texts describe the use of ginseng formulas for patients experiencing dizziness, particularly when attributed to general weakness or recovery from illness.
However, modern scientific studies specifically evaluating Panax ginseng for the treatment of dizziness are limited. Some contemporary clinical studies have explored ginseng’s effects on fatigue, cognitive function, and general well-being, which could indirectly relate to symptoms like dizziness, especially if caused by fatigue or poor circulation. There is some evidence suggesting ginseng may improve cerebral blood flow and reduce fatigue, but direct, high-quality clinical trials targeting dizziness as a primary endpoint are lacking. Therefore, the use of Panax ginseng for dizziness is primarily justified by traditional use, with only limited scientific support. The overall evidence rating is modest due to the predominance of traditional use over direct clinical validation.
Other ingredients used for Dizziness
bamboobasil
betel
coconut milk
garlic bulb
ginger
ginseng
gotu kola
greek mountain tea
magnesium
quail egg
rosemary
schizonepeta
vitamin B
squawvine
xanthium (cockleburs)
gastrodia
alpinia galangal
lemongrass
chrysanthemum
siler root
amber
dodder
ganoderma
sweet flag
aster root
Aralia
Ardisia
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Arani
Atractylone
Betony
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Bupleurum
Black Hellebore
Borneol
Chinese Silkvine
Coca
Clerodendrum indicum
Dianthus
Dragonhead
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Fang-Feng
Gardenia jasminoides
Spikenard
Vervain
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by Ginseng, Panax
Addictions (general remedies for)Adrenal Fatigue
Aging (prevention)
Alcoholism
Alzheimer's Disease
Anemia
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Athletic and Exercise Aids
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Concentration (poor)
Convalescence
Debility
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Free Radical Damage
Hair (loss or thinning)
Heart (weakness)
Hypertension
Inflammation
Insomnia
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Metabolic Syndrome
Mood Swings
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Nervous Exhaustion
Nervousness
Osteoporosis
Pain (general remedies for)
Parkinson's Disease
Sex Drive (low)
Stress
Weight Loss