Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly capsules contain Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius), royal jelly and vitamin B12. This supplement is manufactured by Nature’s Bounty, Inc.
It is marketed primarily as a metabolism booster and energy enhancer. It is said to improve athletic performance, facilitate energy release and strengthen immunity.
Asian ginseng has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine systems. It is a rare adaptogen in eastern medicine, and is used to treat various conditions.
Nature’s Bounty Ginseng Complex is promoted for general health and wellness. According to the manufacturer, this supplements, “give[s] you the nutritional support you need to maintain a general wellness.”



- Boosts energy & mental focus
- Supports immune system & restores balance
- Improves mood, sleep quality & endurance
Ginseng Complex Ingredients
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The following ingredients are listed on the Ginseng Complex label:
- 30 mcg vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin);
- 100 mg Panax quinquefolius extract;
- 50 mg red Chinese ginseng extract;
- 300 mg Panax ginseng extract;
- 2 mg royal jelly;
Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly does not contain artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners. It also contains no milk, lactose, sugar, starch, gluten, wheat or yeast. It is sodium free and contains no fish products.
Panax Ginseng (Asian Ginseng) Uses
Ginseng is believed to enhance health on many levels. Panax ginseng is used to improve cognitive functioning, athletic performance and resistance to stress.
It continues to be researched for its effects on depression, memory, fatigue and several types of cancer. It is also used for diabetes symptoms, congestive heart failure, anemia and hypertension.
One of the most popular uses for Asian ginseng extracts is to improve ED (erectile dysfunction). It is useful for increasing sexual arousal in women – and combating male impotence, male infertility, premature ejaculation and inability to develop firm erections.
The above uses for Panax ginseng are a partial list. There are various other therapeutic mechanisms associated with herbal supplement. However, not all of its popular uses have been validated by research trials.
The 50 mg of red Chinese ginseng included in Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly is Panax ginseng. As a type of “red” Ginseng, this means the roots of the plants were steamed before drying and powdering.
Panax Quinquefolius (American Ginseng) Uses
American ginseng is also considered an adaptogen in eastern medicine systems. Its uses have a lot of overlap with those of Asian ginseng. Some of the most common uses for Panax quinquefolius include:
- Naturally modulating blood glucose concentrations;
- Stimulating the CNS (central nervous system);
- Increasing resistance to environmental stress;
- Improving cancer-related fatigue;
- Improving cognitive functioning;
Also like Asian ginseng, American ginseng has various other uses. Both supplements demonstrate anticancer, antidiabetic, cardioprotective, antiobesity, antifatigue and antiaging properties.
However, more research is needed to rate this supplements’ efficacy for any medical uses.
Royal Jelly Uses
Royal jelly is naturally produced by bees. It is used to provide nutrition to all larval bees in a colony, at least for the first three days of life. After three days, only queens and developing queens consume this highly nutritious substance.
The Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database states that royal jelly is used for potentiating the immune system, rejuvenating overall health and increasing overall well-being.
Other uses include PMS, liver disease, hyperlipidemia, bone fractures and dermatological disorders. Royal jelly also seems to help with growing healthy hair.
Vitamin B12 Uses
Nature’s Bounty Ginseng Complex is also a source of Vitamin B12 in the form of cobalamin. The human body requires vitamin B12 to produce new red blood cells (erythrocytes).
It also serves key roles for normal brain and nervous system functioning. Some of the various uses for this important nutrient include anemia, diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, immunosuppression and cancer.
Vitamin B12 as cyanocobalamin helps to boost energy production and release, maintain fertility, resist damage from exposure to toxins and elevate the mood. Many people use vitamin B12 supplements to help them improve concentration, memory and overall cognitive functioning.
User Reviews
User reviews for Nature’s Bounty Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly seem positive. The product has a 4.3 out of 5 star rating on Amazon, based on 163 customer reviews.
Most commonly, improvements are noted with energy availability, endurance, mood and libido (sex drive). Other users report improvements to symptoms of type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).
Ginseng Complex Safety
Nature’s Bounty recommends taking 2 Ginseng Complex capsules daily with meals. Some users experience stimulatory effects and are advised not to take this supplement with their evening meals.
Many users begin with one capsule daily instead, allowing them to monitor for side effects or allergic reactions.
Use of this supplement is not recommended for women who are pregnant or nursing – or children. You should not use this supplement if you are allergic to bee products or bee stings.
Use of all supplements should be discontinued at least 2 weeks before any schedules surgeries as this supplement could affect blood clotting.
Asian and American ginseng are both known to affect multiple body systems. It is important to discuss the use of these natural medicines with a doctor before beginning. This is especially true if you have pre-existing health conditions, or if you use prescription medicines.
The ingredients in Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly supplements could interact with certain diseases, drugs, herbs and supplements. It is best to seek medical advice before using this product.
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Article last updated on: March 12th, 2018 by Nootriment