Mark Tierno's Medicinal Herbs Database |
Dong Quai (Chinese Angelica) |
Botanical Name |
Angelica sinensis |
System Affected |
menopause; Vitamins B-12, E, blood, nerves, PMS |
Properties |
decrease discomfort of menopause and post-menopause. Rich in vitamins B-12, E menstrual, PMS, menstrual cramps Atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis, amenorrhea cholesterol, high blood pressure, vascular, anemia, analgesic, anti-inflamatory, anti-spasmodic convalescence, debility, sedativem uterine dysmenorrhea, edema, immune system, inflamation, liver vitality female sexual & tonic sciatica (use as tea or tincture), shingles |
Description |
root |
Origin |
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Notes |
has vitamins B-12, E |
Toxicity |
Avoid during Pregnancy |
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