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Justin H. Chung

Founder, Korjin

Justin H. Chung is the founder of Korjin. He started the company after his own experience of burnout, chronic fatigue and an overstimulated nervous system, which led him back to Korean ginseng as a source of restorative strength and resilience. He writes about where ginseng comes from, how it is made, and how it fits into modern life.

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Posts by Justin

• Vitality

  The Modern Age of Burnout (And Why Coffee Isn't the Answer)

  We have more coffee, energy drinks and productivity hacks than ever. And somehow, we feel more drained than ever.

• Heritage

  South Korea's OG Export: Ginseng

  Long before K-Pop, K-Beauty or K-Food, one product carried Korea's reputation across borders: ginseng.

• Sourcing

  Why Most Ginseng Feels Like Nothing

  One thing I learned while building Korjin: a lot of ginseng on the shelf doesn't tell you much about what's inside.

• Science

  What's the Difference Between Red and Black Ginseng?

  Freshly harvested ginseng is pale, almost white. Steam and dry it, and it turns red. Repeat that up to nine times, and it turns black.

• Ritual

  Bitter on Purpose

  We've been trained to avoid bitterness. Sweet means good. Bitter means something's wrong.

• Science

  What Are Ginsenosides?

  So what is it about ginseng that has kept people taking it for centuries? Most of the answer comes down to one family of compounds.

• Science

  Does Ginseng Make You Feel Hot? The Warming Myth

  Ask anyone who grew up around Korean ginseng and you'll hear it: "Careful, it'll make you hot." Is it true?