Can ginseng help prevent or treat exercise-induced fatigue?

When workouts leave you drained, you might wonder if a natural remedy could help. This systematic review looked at whether ginseng and ginseng formulas can prevent or treat exercise-induced fatigue. The authors reported positive effects, suggesting ginseng may help people feel less tired after activity. But this is a review of existing research, not a new study with patients. It doesn't tell us how many people were studied, how much ginseng they took, or how strong the effects were. We also don't have safety data from this review, so we don't know about side effects or who should avoid it. The authors suggest ginseng could support more personalized, syndrome-based care for fatigue. Still, the findings are broad and not tied to specific, high-quality trials. If you're considering ginseng for fatigue, talk with a clinician first. They can help you weigh the unknowns and decide what's right for you.