This potent herb can promote hair growth if you use it right its not rosemary

Can an ancient herb help grow and repair human hair? Science says yes! While anyone with thinning locks or bald spots who’s been on the hunt for a hair growth recipe has probably come across rosemary as a remedy, it’s not the only plant that has some mane-boosting bona fides.A powerful adaptogen, ginseng has been used for thousands of years to improve overall health.Proponents claim the root can lower blood sugar and fight inflammation, and research has suggested it may help relieve stress and improve immune function. One study showed that the root could help people manage chronic fatigue, and another demonstrated that ginseng has a positive effect on memory and cognition.

 And a new study has found yet another benefit of the super root: hair growth.Previous research had established that people with alopecia who took red ginseng extract orally had increased hair density.Building on that study, recent research published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, shows that red ginseng extract can promote hair growth in cultured human hair follicles.  Subscribe to our weekly Post Care newsletter! Please provide a valid email address.

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“Ginseng is a versatile and potent ingredient that can significantly improve hair health,” said Dr.Anil Sharma, medical practitioner and leading hair restoration expert at Sharma Skin and Hair Surgery.“The key active compounds in ginseng, such as ginsenosides, improve blood circulation to the scalp.

This boost in circulation nourishes hair follicles, stimulating their activity and promoting stronger, healthier hair growth.”Both red and white ginseng are from the same species, also known as Asian ginseng.However, the root changes color depending on the duration of growth and manufacturing process. Red ginseng is typically sourced from roots that are at least 6 years...