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Source of validity: Scientific
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Panax ginseng has been traditionally used in East Asian medicine as a general tonic and to promote longevity, and more recently, its potential anti-aging properties have been investigated scientifically. Some studies suggest that Panax ginseng contains ginsenosides and other phytochemicals that may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective effects. In animal models and in vitro studies, ginseng extracts have been shown to reduce oxidative stress, modulate immune responses, and promote cell survival, which are processes implicated in aging. Limited clinical studies in humans suggest possible benefits on cognitive function, fatigue, and well-being in older adults, but these studies are generally small, short-term, and sometimes methodologically weak.

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses find that, while there is some promise, the current evidence is insufficient to conclusively support ginseng as an effective anti-aging intervention in humans. Most claims are extrapolated from laboratory and animal data rather than robust human trials. Thus, while there is a growing scientific interest and some preliminary evidence, the use of Panax ginseng for aging prevention is not yet strongly validated by high-quality clinical research.

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