What is the best way to clear the heat and damp associated with taking Ginseng?!


Question: What is the best way to clear the heat and damp associated with taking Ginseng.?
I really like taking Ginseng because it helps me with stress and anxiety. However, I notice after taking it for a week or 2, my body over-heats and i see damp forming on my tong.... I am currently using a product called Candex which is really made to clear mouth thrush that is somewhat effective and has no side effects, however, I would like to ask if there are any professionals here who can recommend a smarter way of dealing with this problem........ Here are some questions I can think of:
1. Is there a type of Ginseng that creates less heat and damp among the 4 types.?.?.? (by 4 types I mean American, Siberian, Panax, and Korean)
2. Are there formulas that have other herbs in them specifically for this problem.?.?.?
3. What other herbs or formulas can I take with my Ginseng to eliminate this problem

If you can answer any of these questions , I appreciate it.

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Answers:
I would like to ask if a professional prescribed the ginseng or did you just purchase it on your own.? Depending on your body type you may find that ginseng may not be the appropriate herb for you.

also, American Ginseng boosts Qi and fluids but is cooling. Therefore it may be better for you if heat is your problem. But dampness will still be a problem is your Spleen and Kidneys aren't alright. Siberian Ginseng is not a true ginseng. Panax and Korean may be too "heaty" for you.

also you have to find the source of your stress. If it is poor diet, correct that. If it is poor sleeping habits correct that, but don't just take an herb blindly.

If you are after a herb that can enhance your ability to endure stress, maybe cordyceps is better, but again this must be under the supervision of a professional.

SkepDoc: yes I understand your point of view, but note that what we have here is side effects due to possible improper use of an herb. When used properly (unfortunately, this is not very common) Chinese herbal formulae have little unpleasant side effects.

P.S. - after re-reading your additional details part, I'm leaning towards the Spleen problem. In that case, ginseng alone may relieve symptoms but will not be a "clear-cut" answer. What you need is a plan that tonifies Spleen, tonifies Qi, and nourishes Blood. Perhaps a formula with Astralagus (which has immunomodulating properties, and is in fact considered by the UCLA AIDS Institute as a complementary therapy for HIV. (according to the Nov 15 issue of Journal of Immunology) can help...

I have a formula in mind but I don't want to say it. You'd better consult a licensed acupuncturist on this.Health Question & Answer

1- Why are you taking Ginseng in the first place.? It's health benefits are dubious when studied in large, properly controlled trials, and it's side effects (especially Asian) include insomnia, headaches, diarrhea, high blood pressure, mania, and cardiovascular and endocrine problems.

2-Ironic that you are getting obvious side effects from a medication you are taking, and are looking for another medication to counter the side effects. Isn't that what Alties accuse doctors of doing.?

3- Since there are no good reasons to take ginseng, simply stop it and all your problems will go away. There are other ways of dealing with "stress and anxiety" besides taking a medication...whether it be ginseng or ativan.

EDIT: You clearly are suffering from side effects of taking too much Ginseng. If someone was having those sorts of side effects from a prescription med from a doctor, Alties would be all over them about how doctors just try an throw pills at people and poison them with drugs instead of treating the underlying cause.
You appear to be suffering from cognitive dissonance with your faith based devotion to a clearly harmful herbal treatment and rejection of common sense advice. How are you any different from someone addicted to Valium for stress and anxiety.?Health Question & Answer



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