Ginseng Immunity The health benefits of Korean Red Ginseng have long been known and have been well studied by a wide range of medical and herbal experts. Because ginseng benefits the immune system, taking ginseng regularly in the form of extracts, tonics, supplement pills, beverages, or on its own may help support a healthy immune system. The scientific name of ginseng, Panax, literally means 'all-healing' in Greek. Its unique compounds, the ginsenoside class of saponins, are found only within this particular genus of plants. Major Benefits of Ginseng : Ginseng support fatigue by boosting energy in, both, the mind and body and helps to promote immune function and support energy production to help maintain a steady flow of energy. Supporting the Circulatory System - Ginseng is said to help to regulate blood circulation and help boost nitric oxide and enhance blood flow.