Ek Jeevan Maca + Ginseng

Ginseng (Panax ginseng) and maca (sometimes called Peruvian ginseng) are often compared as similar health-promoting herbs.

Both Panax Ginseng and Lepidium meyenii (maca root) are a special class of herbs known as adaptogens. Adaptogens create non-toxic, nonspecific effects that help the body properly respond to the every day stresses of life. 

Both offer support for 3 types of “stress:”

Environmental (pollution, radiation)

Physical (wound healing, integumentary)

Psychological (emotional, situational)Both of these adaptogens also promote a healthy immune system, enhance cognitive function, support mental health, and help with metabolic function.

Comparing Both

Mental Health

As adaptogens, both help to improve a person’s overall response to stress. Evidence shows that maca, in particular, may help to improve mood when taken over time.

Cognitive Function

Both help protect against age-related cognitive decline. Both should be considered as part of a comprehensive Alzheimer’s prevention plan. 

Energy & Endurance

Maca offers increased energy levels along with improvements in mood. Ginseng supports positive responses to prolonged stress (including exercise-induced stress) and may support better athletic endurance

Sexual Function

Both support better reproductive health. 

Ginseng may boost tes***** levels, increasing s3x drive and overall s3xual function (particularly in men). Maca has successfully treated er3ctile dysfunction (ED), s3xual dysfunctions from SSRI medications in women, and reduced s3x drive due to menopause. Limited research also suggests maca can increase sperm concentration.

While ginseng creates no notable difference to menopause symptoms, maca root does reduce some of these symptoms (like hot flashes, sweats, and mood problems).

Metabolic Health

Both support better metabolic health by:

Curbing chronic inflammation

Improving insulin sensitivity

Supporting heart health, including cholesterol levels and high blood pressure

Reducing oxidative stress

Improving immune function