The active ingredients in ginseng that promotes health benefits are known as ginsenocides. The most advanced ginseng products contain 30 different ginsenocides that are derived from the root, stem, flower and leaves.
The type of ginseng, the total ginsenocide content, and the ratio of the ginsenocides from the root, stem, flower and leaves of the ginseng plants will determine the extent and degree of benefits produced by every individual ginseng product. Most of the ginseng products on the market are produced from the root and normally contain only seven of the ginsenocides in their makeup.
Some of the ginsenocides produce calming effects while others produce strength characteristics that give athletes stamina and enhanced strength without the adverse side effects of illegal steroid products. Research performed in China shows the protective health benefits of Pegasus “full spectrum” Ginseng, when used as a dietary supplement, are as follows: