Panax Ginseng 20:1 Extract by Vit4ever
Panax ginseng is one of the best-known roots in the Asian herbal tradition, and Vit4ever processes it into a concentrated 20:1 extract. This means that 20 kilograms of root are required to produce 1 kilogram of extract. The extract is standardised to 20 per cent ginsenosides, the plant compounds that give ginseng its name. A daily dose of 3 capsules provides 1800 mg of extract containing 360 mg of ginsenosides. One bottle contains 180 capsules, enough for 60 days.
What a 20:1 extract means
The ratio 20:1 indicates the concentration, but not necessarily the quality itself. With a low extraction ratio, such as 3:1, the product is closer to the raw root. At 20:1, much more root material is processed to obtain the same weight of extract. This makes it more likely that you will receive a consistent amount of ginsenosides from batch to batch. Vit4ever also explicitly standardises the product to 20 per cent ginsenosides. This is necessary because the ginsenoside content of raw ginseng root can naturally vary widely, depending on the soil, climate, and how long the plant has been allowed to grow. Many people wonder why one ginseng product is cheaper than another when the packaging looks similar. The answer usually lies in these kinds of differences in extraction ratio and standardisation, not in the number of capsules on the label.
When comparing ginseng products, it is noticeable that the extraction ratio is often hardly mentioned on the packaging, even though this ratio determines how much root is actually processed into a capsule. A 20:1 extract requires significantly more raw root per kilogram of finished product than an extract with a lower ratio, which results in a more compact capsule with less bulk for the same amount of ginsenosides. For those accustomed to larger amounts of raw ginseng root or a less concentrated extract, this is a practical difference: less capsule volume is needed to provide the same amount of ginsenosides.
Panax ginseng, also known as Korean ginseng
Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer is also known as Asian or Korean ginseng and is the root traditionally harvested in parts of East Asia. The plant takes years to mature before the root is harvested, and therefore grows considerably more slowly than many other herbs used in supplements. Ginseng may contribute to natural resistance* and to maintaining energy and vitality*. The root naturally contains ginsenosides, a group of plant compounds found almost exclusively in the Panax genus. This makes Panax ginseng different from, for example, Siberian ginseng, another plant that is often found on the same shelf but is botanically unrelated and contains different plant compounds.
Ginsenosides in Panax ginseng
Ginsenosides are the characteristic plant compounds in Panax ginseng. There are dozens of different ginsenosides, each with a slightly different structure. Ginseng may contribute to maintaining endurance and alertness*. The label of this product states exactly how much extract and how many ginsenosides are in the daily dose of 3 capsules: 1800 mg of extract containing 360 mg of ginsenosides. Take the recommended 3 capsules per day spread throughout the day with plenty of water, so that the extract is taken gradually rather than all at once.
Vegan capsules without fillers
The capsules in this product are vegan and contain no fillers. The capsule shell is made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, a plant-based substance that encloses the contents without the need for additional excipients. Vit4ever independently tests every batch for purity and ginsenoside content, ensuring that the standardisation stated on the label matches what is actually in the capsule. This means that with 180 capsules, you get a 60-day supply without any additives that do not contribute to the product. What remains is essentially simple: root extract, standardised to ginsenosides, packaged in a plant-based capsule.
If you have any doubts about combining this with other supplements, consult a doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you regularly use ginseng products with different extraction ratios together.
*Health claim awaiting European approval.