花旗参是天然的保健品，具有很高的药用价值。经常买参的朋友就知道，威斯康辛州的参是大家公认的高品质参。但即使同是威斯康辛州产的参，其参龄不同，药用价值也就有所不同。
American Ginseng is a natural dietary supplement with high medicinal value. Those in the know often buy Ginseng knowing that Wisconsin Ginseng is a top-quality Ginseng recognized professionals. It is noteworthy that the medicinal value varies depending on the age of the Ginseng.
The Age of American Ginseng
众所周知，花旗参龄越久，参的味道愈浓郁，其营养价值及药用价值越高，但是如何识别西洋参的年龄呢？相信很多人对此也是一知半解，下面就为大家普及一下这方面的知识：
The older the American Ginseng, the stronger the flavor of the Ginseng, and the higher its nutritional value and medicinal value. But how to identify the age of American Ginseng? I believe that many people have a little understanding of this. Here today, this article will disseminate this knowledge for everyone:
1、鲜参看参叶
Observe Ginseng Leaves for Fresh Ginseng
天然环境下生长的美国花旗参，如果有3片真叶，花旗参则为5年以上。
For American Ginseng grown in a natural environment, if there are 3 main leaves on American Ginseng, then it is more than 5 years old.
2、干参看参蒂
Observe Ginseng Stem for Dried Ginseng
参蒂上有明显的环节（年轮），每一个环节，从参根（参根代表1-2年）开始计算，每多一节，代表多1年。例如，参根上有2个节，那么西洋参年龄至少有3~4年。
There are obvious links (annual rings) on Ginseng stem. Each link is calculated from the root of the Ginseng (the root of the Ginseng represents 1-2 years). Each additional section represents an additional year. For example, if there are 2 links on the root of Ginseng, then American Ginseng is at least 3 to 4 years old.
非人工催熟的花旗参，最少需要1年时间才会长叶，3年才会开花结果。好的有机半野生威州参，需要3~4年的栽培，才可以采摘。市场上销售的西洋参3年的占35%，4年的约60%，5年的不到5%，因为市场太热，现在市场上很多所谓5年参的很多都是3年冒充的。所以，学会辨别参龄大有益处，卖家也会敬你几分，避免受骗。
For non-artificially ripened American Ginseng, it takes at least 1 year for leaves to grow, and 3 years to bloom and bear fruit. A good organic semi-wild Ginseng needs 3 to 4 years of cultivation before it can be picked. The 3-year-old American Ginseng sold in the market is accounted for 35%, about 60% for 4-year-olds, and less than 5% for 5-year-olds. Due to high market demand, many 5-year-old Ginsengs on the market are counterfeits of 3-year-old Ginsengs. Therefore, it is beneficial to learn to distinguish the age of Ginseng, you will earn more respect and avoid being deceived.
德成行美国花旗参(野生花旗参、半野生参和种植花旗参等)，参味浓郁，干燥度强，质量保证，值得信赖, 物超所值！
T S EMPORIUM American Ginseng (Wild American Ginseng, Semi-wild Ginseng, & Farmed American Ginseng) are rich Ginseng flavor, thoroughly dried, quality assurance, completely trustworthy, and Excellent Value since 1979!
3、原枝与切片哪个更好？
Which is Better, Whole or Sliced Ginseng?
切片后的花旗参，泡水或者食用会相对简单，也更容易出味道。那么问题来了，购买花旗参时，片装和原枝哪个更好？
The sliced American Ginseng is relatively simple to soak in water or to consume, and it is also easier for flavor to release. So, the question is, when buying American Ginseng, which one is better, whole Ginseng or sliced Ginseng?
个人建议在买参时买原枝的（未切片或被磨粉的西洋参）比较好。
When buying American Ginseng, it is recommended to buy whole Ginseng (unsliced or ground American Ginseng).
第一：原枝可凭借外观对花旗参的真假及参龄等的判断，如果有一定用参的经验，这些都不难判断，见多了，自然就学会了；花旗参切片后，除非泡水，不然肉眼很难区分片装花旗参是否有“鱼目混珠”的情况发生。
Firstly: By observing the whole Ginseng, you can determine the authenticity and the age of American Ginseng based on its appearance. If you have some experience in using Ginseng, these are not difficult to determine. You will learn naturally as you observe more. After American Ginseng is sliced, unless it is soak in water, otherwise it is difficult to distinguish with the naked eye whether there is a “pass off a fish eye for a pearl” situation (to pass off fake products as genuine) in sliced American Ginseng.
此外，如果你将原枝花旗参拿去药材店切片或磨粉时，可以向药铺师傅咨询此参品的好坏。参好，药店师傅也会如实反馈，这样用来送礼既有价值又不失面子。
In addition, if you use whole American Ginseng to slice or grind in a medicinal shop, you can consult with a specialist regarding the quality of your Ginseng. If the Ginseng is good, the specialist will provide honest feedback; that way, you will be appreciated by your friends and family for giving them precious Ginseng as gifts.
第二：花旗参里的主要营养成分人参皂甙(Panaquilon)在花旗参切片后常常容易因挥发和氧化而损失。如果你将参切片后，应将西洋参密封保存在阴凉处，包装重量限制在100克以内的小包装，降低人参有效成分的流失，德成行建议切好的花旗参片最好在三个月内用完。
Secondly: Panaquilon, the main nutrient component of American Ginseng, is often lost due to volatilization and oxidation after American Ginseng is sliced. If you slice Ginseng, you should keep them sealed in a cool place. The package weight is limited to a small package of less than 100 grams to reduce the loss of active ingredients of Ginseng. T S EMPORIUM recommends finish consuming sliced American Ginseng within three months after it is sliced.
德成行（tsEMPORIUM.com）始于1979年，是美洲最大的参茸药食商城，美洲第一滋补养生品牌。
T S EMPORIUM (www.tsEMPORIUM.com) – established in 1979, we are the largest purveyor of American Ginseng and Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Americas and the No. 1 Chinese nutritional goods brand in the Americas.
42年来坚持为每位顾客提供物超所值的美国花旗参、冬虫夏草、金丝燕窝、以及最全品类的中药和滋补品，让每个人都能轻松受益更健康的生活。
For 42 years, we have insisted on providing every customer with “Excellent Value” for American Ginseng, Cordyceps, Golden Swiftlets’ Nests, and the most comprehensive line of Traditional Chinese Medicine, so that everyone can easily benefit from a healthier life!
The above content is provided as general knowledge by T S EMPORIUM but with the articles comprehensively compiled from various reputable sources. We sincerely hope it is useful to you and you will continue to read these helpful contents from our emails and on our website.
德成行（tsEMPORIUM.com）始于1979年，是美洲最大参茸药食商城，美洲第一滋补养生品牌。40多年来坚持为每位顾客提供物超所值的美国花旗参、冬虫夏草、金丝燕窝以及最全品类的中药和滋补品，让每个人都能轻松受益更健康的生活。
T S EMPORIUM ( www.tsEMPORIUM.com) – established in 1979, we are the largest purveyor of American Ginseng and Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Americas and the No. 1 Chinese nutritional goods brand in the Americas. Since 1979, we have insisted on providing every customer with “Excellent Value” for American Ginseng, Cordyceps, Golden Swiftlets’ Nests, and the most comprehensive line of Traditional Chinese Medicine, so that everyone can easily benefit from a healthier life!
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