Is North American Ginseng safe?
The American Botanical Council Clinical Guide to Herbs (2003) reports that there are no known adverse effects for North American Ginseng. It notes that insulin levels may need to be monitored in patients with diabetes, due to the blood sugar modulating effects of North American Ginseng. It also indicates that The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Safety Rating for North American Ginseng is Class 1: herbs that can be safely consumed when used appropriately.