Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Ginseng (often referring to Panax ginseng or Panax quinquefolius) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia, for enhancing vitality, reducing fatigue, and supporting overall well-being. Its use for fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is not rooted in robust scientific evidence but rather in traditional claims of reducing fatigue, improving mood, and increasing resilience to stress—symptoms that overlap with those experienced in fibromyalgia. Historically, ginseng has been used as a general adaptogen, but there is little documentation of its specific use for fibromyalgia in traditional texts.

As of June 2024, clinical research investigating ginseng specifically for fibromyalgia is extremely limited. A few small studies have explored its effects on fatigue and quality of life in chronic illnesses, but sample sizes are small and results are inconclusive. No major clinical guidelines recommend ginseng for FMS, and the ingredient does not have established efficacy for this condition. Most references to ginseng in the context of fibromyalgia are extrapolated from its use for chronic fatigue or general health, rather than direct evidence.

In summary, the use of ginseng for fibromyalgia is primarily based on traditional use for fatigue and vitality, not on scientific validation for this specific syndrome. The strength of evidence for its effectiveness in treating fibromyalgia is therefore weak.

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