The gold standard of American ginseng, also known as Panax quinquefolium, is native to Wisconsin. For working people under constant stress, soaking a small amount of it in water as a beverage can help relieve fatigue. American ginseng can also help treat cancer and other diseases. As a medicinal substance, it can work wonders and has even rescued patients at the threshold of death.
I hosted an interview on a social media platform with Dr. Jiang Mingtao, who grows American ginseng and is also focused on ginseng research and development. I also invited Ms. Anna, the mother of one of my patients, to the interview to talk about her experience of taking American ginseng alongside her daughter.
Strengthens Immunity and Fights Cancer
Jiang shared two cases of treating diseases with American ginseng. In one case, a child with leukemia suffered from a severe lung infection during hospitalization and fell into a deep coma. He was put in the intensive care unit (ICU) and was essentially pronounced dead. At this time, Jiang suggested boiling water with 30 grams (1.2 ounces) of American ginseng and feeding him through his nasal feeding tube. In the United States, American ginseng is regulated as food. The hospital authority agreed to the suggestion, as it had no other approach. Two weeks later, the child regained consciousness.
Jingduan Yang
M.D.
Dr. Jingduan Yang is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in integrative and traditional Chinese medicine. He developed the ACES Model of Health and Medicine and leads clinical, educational, and research initiatives. As a principal founder of the Northern School of Medicine and Health Sciences, he advances whole-person care grounded in science, ethics, and humanity.