HEALTH SOLUTIONS: RECOMMENDED USE: May help enhance the immune system DOSAGE FORM: Capsule RECOMMENDATIONS: Take 1 capsule twice daily with a meal or as directed by a health care practitioner. DESCRIPTION: American ginseng is a herbal medicine that has a long reputation as a versatile tonic to combat stress and fatigue and boost immune function. Each capsule of Nature’s Harmony® Cold Assist contains 200 mg of American ginseng derived from a 4:1 root extract standardized to 4% ginsenosides. Recommended Daily Allowance: N/A Food Sources: None. Causes of Defi ciency: Viral infection, depressed immune function. Symptoms of Defi ciency: Cold. Complementary Nutrients: Vitamin C, Zinc, Moducare® HOW IT WORKS: Ginseng contains the active constituents ginsenosides, which are thought to fight fatigue and stress by supporting the adrenal glands and to improve the use of oxygen by muscles when exercising. Ginsenosides have been shown to stimulate endocrine activity in the body while promoting a mild increase in metabolic activity. DID YOU KNOW… The word ginseng is said to mean “the wonder of the world.” The plant was fi rst introduced into England in 1740 by the botanist Collinson. RESEARCH: A number of studies report that ginseng may stimulate activity of immune cells in the body (T-lymphocytes and neutrophils), improve the effectiveness of antibiotics in people with acute bronchitis and enhance the body’s response to influenza vaccines. Research shows that American ginseng has immune balancing activity and can stimulate natural killer cell activity. SIDE EFFECTS: Side effects are rare. However, diarrhea or allergic skin reactions can occur, especially with large amounts or prolonged use. INTERACTIONS AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: Individuals should consult their health care practitioner prior to use. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Individuals with a bleeding condition, a cardiac condition, or with insomnia, cancer, diabetes or schizophrenia should not use this product. Do not use concurrently with drugs for diabetes, blood thinning, high blood pressure, estrogen therapy or any psychotherapeutic medications such as phenelzine, monoamine-oxydase inhibitors (MAOIs). Do not combine with stimulants such as caffeine. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Do not take a ginseng product before bedtime, as it is a natural stimulant.