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All About Dang Gui:
An Introduction
"The Lady's Ginseng."
What is Dang Gui?
Family: Umbelliferae
Genus and Species: Angelica sinensis
Angelica sinensis, a.k.a. Chinese angelica, Dang Gui or Dong Quai, is a perennial herb that grows to about 3 feet high and flowers
during August-September.
The root of Angelica sinensis is a well-known Chinese herb that has been used in the treatment of female ailments in China and Korea
for thousands of years. Dang Gui's
reputation as a tonic is second only to Panax ginseng, and it is particularly noted for its 'blood tonic' effects on women. Dang Gui
contains significant quantity of vitamin B12 and vitamin E, and biotin, ferulic acid, nicotinic acid, butylidenephalide, ligustilide,
folinic acid, succinic acid, carotene, beta-sitosterol, sequiterpenes, and carvacrol. A rather complete account for Dang Gui's
chemical composition can be found from
USDA medicinal plant database, Dr. James A. Duke.
-Therapeutic Actions:
The root of Angelica sinensis is alterative, analgesic, anticholesterolemic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, emmenagogue,
emollient, hepatic, laxative, sedative and peripheral vasodilator
[ref].
It is commonly used in the treatment of a wide range of women's complaints where it regulates the menstrual cycle and
relieves period pain and also to ensure a healthy pregnancy and easy delivery. Dong quai's pharmacologically active ingredients can
be grouped into two distictive components: the water-soluble, non-volatile component, and the alcohol-soluble component containing
essential oil. While the former
stimulates the uterus, the latter inhibits or relaxes the uterus.
Dang Gui lowers blood pressure, slows heart rate, reduces respiratory rate, dilates coronary
vessels and increases coronary blood flow. In animal experiments, Dang Gui has been shown immuno-boosting, anti-inflammatory, and
anti-bacterial effects. Dong quai also lowered blood cholesterol level in experimental animals, reducing the atherosclerosis formation,
and prolonged life span.
Angelica sinensis has been very popularly used in the treatment of womanly discomforts.
When administered for menstrual irregularity, Angelica
sinensis regulates bleeding, reduces pain, and relaxes the uterus. Angelica sinensis is also has hematopoietic property, and along
with its rich vitamin B12 content, it is effective as a treatment of anemia, often associated with dysmenorrhea.
-Usage:
Angelica sinensis is primarily used for women's ailments, such as
pre-menstrual discomforts, menstrual problems, anemia, and
symptoms's related to menopause.
Other usages include general tonic purposes, to improve blood stream, and for neuralgia, arthritis,
hepatic ailments, as a sexual aphrodisiac, and as a common ingredient of numerous herbal formulas.
Dose: Daily intake of decoctions from 3-15 grams of dried root is suggested.
Side Effects: All members of Genus Angelica contain furocoumarins, which increase skin sensitivity to sunlight and may cause dermatitis
Safety: Dang gui's American cousin Angelica archangelica is regarded as safe by the FDA, and may be used for both external and internal purposes.
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