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Energy booster, immune support, adaptogen
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Ginseng tablet (1 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 1 g
3
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 3 g | 10 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 10 piece (extra large) | 10 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
A ginseng tablet may offer a modest benefit for fatigue in some people, but results are not consistent. Claims that it reliably boosts immunity or prevents illness are not established.
Take a ginseng tablet according to the instructions on its package, since the amount and form of ginseng vary between products. Do not exceed the label directions or combine products without checking their ingredients.
A ginseng tablet can cause insomnia, headache, stomach upset, or nervousness. Side effects vary with the product and the person, and may be more noticeable when it is taken later in the day.
Yes, a ginseng tablet may make it harder to fall asleep for some people because it can have a stimulating effect. Taking it earlier in the day rather than near bedtime may help avoid sleep disruption.
Yes, a ginseng tablet may interact with some blood thinners, diabetes medicines, or stimulant products. If you take prescription medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist before using a ginseng tablet.
A ginseng tablet has not been shown to reliably strengthen immunity or prevent infections. Research on ginseng and immune measures is limited, so it should not replace vaccination or other established preventive care.
There is no standard duration that applies to every ginseng tablet; products and their evidence differ. Follow the package directions, and do not assume that taking it continuously for longer will provide greater benefits.
Not necessarily. Korean red ginseng is Panax ginseng root processed by steaming and drying, while a ginseng tablet may use red or white ginseng, another ginseng species, or a root extract. The product ingredients identify which it contains.
The safety of ginseng tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established well enough to recommend them. Avoid assuming that a supplement is safe just because it is sold without a prescription.
A ginseng tablet usually contains ginseng root powder or extract, along with ingredients that hold the tablet together; formulas vary by product. It is a manufactured supplement, not simply an unprocessed piece of ginseng root.
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B5
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.08mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.3mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.1mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 3 calories in 1 piece (small) (1 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A ginseng tablet is a compact supplement made from ginseng root, usually in powdered or extract form. It offers a convenient alternative to preparing the root as a tea or adding it to food; the exact ingredients and directions vary by product, so check the label.
The earthy, slightly bitter flavour is usually barely noticeable when the tablet is swallowed with water. People commonly take it as part of a daily routine, rather than serving it as a meal ingredient. It is mainly carbohydrate by weight, though a typical small piece is about 1 g. If you find tablets difficult to swallow or take regular medication, ask a pharmacist before using it.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.