Herbalists call it an adaptogen.
Because the root has a humanlike shape, it is considered by Orientals to be an overall body tonic. It is held in high esteem in China, where it has been valued for thousands of years, sometimes commanding a higher price than gold. Siberian ginseng is found in the Siberian province of Russia. Many adulterated forms of ginseng exist on the market. Nature s Sunshine uses only the finest ginseng root, subject to stringent quality assurance measures.