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| sunlight for several days is considered unsafe for internal consumption. In addition, using fresh, full strength garlic on the skin can burn or blister. Garlic diluted in oil or strong garlic tea is a better choice. |
| In the past 50 years, garlic research has generated over 2,000 scientific papers and a wealth of evidence supporting traditional claims. A clove of garlic may offer more protection than the apple a day that keeps the doctor away. |
| Ginseng (Panax ginseng, P. quinquefolius, Eleutherococcus senticosus) |
| Ginseng, an unassuming leafy plant that's both hard to grow and expensive, is the world's most researched medicinal herb, and it is practically synonymous with men's health, especially for those over 40. Since the 17th century it has been the subject of over 3,000 books and papers, but the result of this international investigation has done little to reduce the controversy surrounding ginseng. |
| There are eight ginseng species, but only three are widely used: Panax ginseng, also called Korean ginseng, Panax quinquefolius, or American ginseng and Eleutherococcus senticosus, or Siberian ginseng. Research shows their effects are similar, though experts disagree on their potency and application. All of the ginseng species are adaptogens, a classification of herb with broad health benefits similar to a tonic. Adaptogens help boost the immune system, improve stamina and endurance, correct imbalances and reduce stress. Korean and American ginseng have been used for centuries; Siberian ginseng is a modern discovery with no tradition of folk use before being tested by Russian scientists. |
| Ginseng has been shown to prevent the depletion of adrenal hormones, which fight stress; improve memory; increase the body's production of antibodies and chemicals |
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