Panax Ginseng

There is substantial anecdotal evidence and even some genuine scientific evidence supporting claims that p. Ginseng, AKA red ginseng, is a useful herbal drug for mild erectile dysfunction and produces increased virility.

In this article Systems-level mechanisms of action of Panax ginseng: a network pharmacological approach - PMC the authors summarize how p. Ginseng is effective for overall cardiovascular health and improves nitric oxide pathway function, which supports the hard wang stuff we’re interested in.

Of concern to me, though, is that they report on angiogenic inhibitory properties of the herb. In terms of overall health, especially from an anti-neo plastic perspective, that’s thought to be a good thing. But it’s potentially not so desired for someone like us who wants to increase their cavernous tissue.

Thoughts?

I’d love to hear from anyone who’s used the supplement, especially if they’ve continued PE successfully while taking it.

Very interested in this topic.. I’ve considered trying it myself because of the research but I did not know about the angiogenic inhibitory effects.

My gut tells me that you could definitely still grow while taking it, while also reaping the benefits. Exactly to what degree is this angiogenesis inhibition is the question.

For instance, it’s is well known that dark chocolate and particularly the theobromine within it has therapeutic results on cancer by its inhibitory effects on angiogenesis, yet it also induces the release of NO.

From experience, I used to be into bodybuilding, and I know for certain that taking raw cacao (which I put in my smoothies every morning) and eating dark chocolate did not prevent me from building muscle. However, perhaps I could have built slightly more without it? I doubt it would have made a big difference.