Journal of Ginseng Research

The Korean Society of Ginseng (고려인삼학회)
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Effect of Korean Red Ginseng on the motor performance and ataxia

  • Seunghyun Lee (Medical School, Jeonbuk National University) ;
  • Yeri Won (Biological Sciences Collegiate Division, The University of Chicago) ;
  • Manho Kim (Department of Neurology, Seoul National University Hospital)
  • Received : 2024.01.12
  • Accepted : 2024.03.25
  • Published : 2024.07.01
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Abstract

This study presents a preliminary exploration into the effect of Korean Red Ginseng (KRG) on the cerebellum in individuals with cerebellar atrophy. Over a three month-long period, nine subjects received a 4.5g of KRG daily, with assessments including the ARS, ADAS-Cog, and FDG-PET/CT scans. Results revealed a notable improvement in ataxia and cognitive function without a significant correlation between them. PET/CT scans and SUVR analyses supported these findings, showing an increase in cerebellar glucose uptake after KRG intake. These outcomes suggest a potential pleiotropic effect of KRG on cerebellar function.

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This work was supported by The Korean Society of Ginseng.

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