A 12-week, randomized, double-blind study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of liver function after using fermented ginseng powder (GBCK25)

Background: Recently, clinical research has suggested that red ginseng components play a role in liver protec- tion and combating fatigue. However, fermented ginseng has not been analyzed for liver-protective or anti- fatigue effects. Objective: This study evaluates the positive effects of fermented ginseng powder (GBCK25) on liver function. Methods: Ninety participants with elevated alanine aminotransferase levels (35 ≤ ALT ≤1 05 IU/L) were ran- domized to one of three groups. The...