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DONG QUAI
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(Anelica Sinensis) Top Pick
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Other Names
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Chinese Angelica., Danggui, Tang Kwei.
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Description
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Anelica Sinensis is an aromatic biennial plant native to
Asia. It thrives in well watered mountain ravines,
riverbanks, and coastal areas.
It grows to 6 feet tall, producing dense, course, thin
leaves and at the top of the center stock, clusters of greenish-white flowers that bloom from
June through August. The rootstock, where Dong Quai is derived from, has a spicy
odor.
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Classification
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Taste
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Pungent
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Balance Yin/Yang
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Warm
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Humor
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Regulates all.
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Uses/Applications
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Dong Quai is a women’s herb.
It has a tranquilizing effect on the central nervous system,
nourishing brain cells and the blood.
It also lubricates the intestines and promotes growth of
the womb. It is very effective against every type of problem with the female
system. It also helps to dissolve blood clots, loosen tight muscles, reduce
bruising, relieve headaches, and eliminate anemia. It is an overall tonic
for the female reproductive system, reducing PMS, relieving menopausal symptoms, preventing
anemia, and reducing high blood pressure.
It is called the “Female
Ginseng.”
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Combinations
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For female problems combine with Chaste Tree Berries, Wild Yam, Dandelion Root,
Licorice Root, Nettle, Lady’s Mantle, Red Mannia Root, or Ginger.
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Constituents
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Ligustilide, Butylene Phthalide, Butyl Phthalide.
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Action
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Anti-Spasmodic, Vasodilator.
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Food Values
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Vitamins A, B, B12, and E.
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Part Used
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Roots/
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Collection
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Dong Quai is commercially gathered once the plant is at least one year
old. The
roots are then peeled and dried in the shade.
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Preparation
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Capsule:
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Take 1 capsule three times per day.
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Growing Directions
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Dong Quai is not cultivated.
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History
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Dong Quai has been a main part of eastern medicine for over 1000 years, used
mainly for gynecological problems.
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Additional Information
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1. Dong Quai is especially good for regulating hormones, menstrual cycles,
easing cramps.
2. Studies have identified an immune stimulant.
3. Dong Quai increase the red blood cell count.
4. For best results do not eat fruit while you are taking Dong
Quai.
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Cautions
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1. Do not use during pregnancy.
2. Do not use if you are menstruating and typically have a heavy
flow.
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Magick Information
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There is no magical value.
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