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Panax ginseng extract Calories
Herbal supplement containing ginsenosides
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (small) of Panax ginseng extract (2 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Panax ginseng extract Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 2 g
6
KCAL / 2G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 8% · Fat 0%
Panax ginseng extract nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (small) (2 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 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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How Many Calories in 1 Small Teaspoon of Panax ginseng extract?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| ½ teaspoon (extra small) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 3 g | 8 kcal |
| ½ tablespoon (small) | 4 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 4 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 6 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 30 g | 84 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Panax ginseng extract
What is Panax ginseng extract used for?
Panax ginseng extract is commonly taken for fatigue and general vitality. It contains ginsenosides, but research has not established it as a treatment for low energy, memory problems, or infections.
Does Panax ginseng extract actually work?
Panax ginseng extract may modestly ease fatigue for some people, but study results are mixed. Evidence for reliable improvements in concentration, athletic performance, or immune function is not strong enough to promise those effects.
How much Panax ginseng extract should you take?
There is no universal dose for Panax ginseng extract because products differ in concentration and ginsenoside content. Follow the serving directions for your specific product; a typical serving here is about one small teaspoon, or 2 grams.
What are the side effects of Panax ginseng extract?
Panax ginseng extract can cause insomnia, headache, stomach upset, or nervousness. Stop taking it if you develop a troubling reaction, and avoid taking more to try to make an effect happen faster.
Is Panax ginseng extract the same as Korean red ginseng?
No. Korean red ginseng is Panax ginseng root that has been steamed and dried; Panax ginseng extract is a concentrated preparation that can be made from red or unsteamed root.
Can Panax ginseng extract keep you awake?
Yes, Panax ginseng extract can make sleep harder for some people, particularly when taken later in the day. If it affects your sleep, take it earlier or stop using it.
Can you take Panax ginseng extract with coffee?
You can mix Panax ginseng extract into coffee, but the combination may increase jitters or make sleep more difficult because coffee contains caffeine. Try them separately first if you are sensitive to caffeine.
Does Panax ginseng extract interact with medications?
Yes, Panax ginseng extract can interact with some medicines, including drugs that affect blood sugar or blood clotting. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using it if you take regular medication.
What does standardized Panax ginseng extract mean?
A standardized Panax ginseng extract is made to contain a stated, consistent amount of selected compounds, often ginsenosides. Standardization helps compare products, but it does not by itself prove that an extract is effective.
Is Panax ginseng extract better than ginseng root powder?
Not necessarily. Panax ginseng extract is concentrated, while root powder is simply ground root, so equal weights are not equivalent; the amount and type of ginsenosides depend on how each product was made.
Panax ginseng extract Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0.01mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
17mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
1.8mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.3mg · 0% DV
Panax ginseng extract Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Panax ginseng extract
To burn the 6 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (2 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Panax ginseng extract?
Panax ginseng extract is a concentrated product made from the root of Panax ginseng, a plant native to East Asia. It contains plant compounds called ginsenosides and is sold as a powder or a thicker extract. Unlike a culinary seasoning, it is generally used in small amounts as an herbal supplement.
Its flavour is earthy, distinctly bitter and concentrated. In East Asian food traditions, ginseng root and extracts may be prepared in drinks or soups; elsewhere, including in English-speaking markets, people often stir the extract into warm water or tea, or add a little to a smoothie. Follow the product’s directions, since forms and concentrations vary. A typical serving is about 2 g, so a small amount of honey or lemon can help balance the bitterness.
How Nutritious Is Panax ginseng extract?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Panax ginseng extract Processed?
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.
Does Panax ginseng extract Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Panax ginseng extract Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Panax ginseng extract Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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