Eleutherococcus senticosus was commonly called “Siberian Ginseng.” Although this name was botanically incorrect since eleuthero is not even in the same genus as panax ginseng, it was an understandable appellation since many of its functions were the same. For example, like panax, eleuthero shows excellent Adaptogenic activity. Russian explorers, divers, sailors and miners also used eleuthero to prevent stress related illness. In addition, evidence also suggests eleuthero may prove valuable in the long-term management of various diseases of the immune system, including HIV infection and chronic fatigue syndrome. Referred to as “ci wu jia” in Chinese medicine, it was used to prevent respiratory tract infections, colds and flu.
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