So – you know those DAYS?
Those days when you went to bed early the night before but Giddy Aunt Martha, when you wake up in the morning you’re more tired than when you went to sleep, and that’s really, really bad because today is the day that you have to CLEAN OUT THE ATTIC because the BUILDERS ARE COMING TO REPLACE THE ROOF and you would rather stick forks in your eyeballs than sort through all the heavy, dusty, emotion-laden boxes covered with dead flies? And drag all the boxes down the stairs and sort them into piles and then haul them down into the skip or the charity shop?
THAT’S the day I take Siberian Ginseng.
Because. That little bad boy actually boosts energy.
Siberian Ginseng is a powerhouse adaptogen – meaning it helps your body adapt to stress and bounce back stronger. Unlike caffeine, it doesn’t spike and crash your energy. Instead, it builds steady stamina, boosts mental clarity, and supports your immune system from the inside out. Think of it as nature’s way of saying, “You’ve got this.”
Now, I’m not saying that I take it every day. It’s in my smoothie box – yes. Every day I blend up my smoothie with kefir, prebiotic, collagen (because…you know. Mama’s getting OLD.) and ashwagandha, to stay caaallllmm.
But Siberian Ginseng is there for those other days. The days when I think – ok. Need some help to confront this day.
It’s strong stuff, so it’s best not to take it continuously. Over time, your body can get too used to it, dulling its effects or causing overstimulation. And if you DO take it – a lot – (no judgement here!) take it for 6–8 weeks, then break for 1–2 weeks. This rest period helps your system reset and keeps the ginseng effective when you need it most.
What’s the big deal with Siberian Ginseng? Here’s the back story:
During the Soviet era, Eleutherococcus senticosus, commonly known as Siberian Ginseng, was intensely researched by Russian scientists, particularly under the guidance of pharmacologist Israel Brekhman. He and his team were tasked with finding non-toxic, natural substances that could help people function under high stress – what they termed “adaptogens.” Siberian Ginseng quickly became a star in this category.
In the 1960s, Soviet scientists turned to this powerful adaptogen to support their cosmonauts during missions. The extreme conditions of space – intense stress, isolation, physical strain, and disrupted sleep—demanded more than just grit. Siberian Ginseng was chosen for its remarkable ability to enhance stamina, sharpen mental clarity, and support the immune system under pressure. It helped astronauts stay resilient and focused in zero gravity, without relying on stimulants that could cause crashes or jitteriness.
Beyond the cosmonaut program and elite athletes, Siberian Ginseng was quietly administered to people sent to work in the most challenging environments – Siberian labour camps, remote construction sites, arctic outposts, and military installations. These were gruelling, high-stress, high-fatigue settings where conventional support often fell – let’s just say – short. The adaptogenic qualities of Siberian Ginseng—its ability to reduce the impact of stress, strengthen immunity, improve physical stamina, and enhance mental clarity—made it an ideal herbal support for surviving such brutal conditions.
It was also used for workers in the nuclear industry and people exposed to radiation, thanks to its cell-protective properties. It didn’t just help the body cope—it helped people endure. In this way, Siberian Ginseng developed a bit of a legend around it in Russian herbal medicine: not a luxury, but a necessity for anyone pushed beyond the limits of normal endurance. It was considered so effective that, for a time, it was even classified as a “state secret.”
So – Siberian Ginseng has a background that is – ok, only a bit – you know, evil. Used by the Soviets scientists to push people past their normal levels of endurance. But not going to lie – I want that. Why not me? Because hey, I may not be floating out in the icy darkness of space – but some days –
It kinda feels like it!
So, a slug of Siberian Ginseng into my smoothie, and then – UP UP AND AWAY INTO THE ATTIC!
Fancy seeing what Siberian Ginseng can do for you?
Here’s how:
And if you have any questions, don’t forget that our lovely Nutritional Therapists are standing by – in their warm, comfortable, modern and thoroughly supportive environments, mind – to chat about Siberian Ginseng or any other gut health questions you might have, 8 am to 8 pm weekdays. So give them a shout, I hate it when they get bored!
Hugs, (and wish me luck up in the attic today…what makes YOU need Siberian Ginseng? Let me know!)
Shann Jones MBE
Founder/Director
Chuckling Goat
