Red ginseng capsules tested on 900 people for Anti-Aging benefits

NCT ID NCT05592093

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether Korean red ginseng capsules can reduce oxidative stress in 900 healthy middle-aged and older adults (40–75 years old). Participants took either the ginseng or a placebo for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see changes in a blood marker called MDA, which is linked to cell damage and aging.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Korean red ginseng capsule

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help reduce oxidative stress and support healthy aging in middle-aged and older adults.

What could go wrong

This is a completed Phase 2/3 trial, but it only measured blood markers (like MDA) rather than actual health outcomes. The effect may be small or not translate to real-world benefits.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100026, China

  • Foshan Fuxing Changcheng Hospital

    Foshan, Guangdong, 528031, China

  • Nanchang Hongdu Hospital of TCM

    Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330006, China

  • Renji Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200127, China