Effects of Angelica

Many people’s knowledge of Angelica dahurica began with a riddle: The husband has been away for three years and has not returned. Guess the name of a Chinese medicine, which is Angelica dahurica. Angelica sinensis is also known as Danggui. It can be used alone as a traditional Chinese medicine, or it can be combined with many other medicines to form a good traditional Chinese medicine prescription. In the field of traditional Chinese medicine, there is a saying that nine out of ten prescriptions contain Angelica sinensis. Angelica sinensis is known as the Saint of Medicine, especially in the field of gynecological medicine, where it has a better therapeutic effect.

According to ancient books, angelica tastes sweet and can not only replenish blood, but also make blood flow smoothly. As we all know, many diseases are caused by blood stasis. For example, dysmenorrhea, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, etc. are all caused by blood stasis. Angelica is a good Chinese medicine.

The main functions and effects of Angelica sinensis are:

1. Studies on the effect on uterine smooth muscle have shown that angelica volatile oil has a direct inhibitory effect on the isolated uterus of rabbits, guinea pigs, mice, rats, dogs and other animals during non-pregnancy, early pregnancy, late pregnancy and postpartum period, causing the rhythmic contraction to gradually decrease and disappear, presenting a state of relaxation.

2. Effects on the cardiovascular system The volatile oil contained in the angelica decoction or roots and leaves can significantly inhibit the frequency of myocardial contraction, prolong the refractory period of the isolated rabbit atrium, and have a therapeutic effect on atrial fibrillation caused by acetylcholine or electric current in anesthetized cats and dogs.

3. After rats orally took Angelica sinensis decoction on the blood and cardiovascular system, the plasma coagulation time was prolonged, the thrombus was reduced, the growth rate of thrombus was slowed down, and it had a significant anti-thrombotic effect.

4. It has a certain effect on reducing fibrosis and promoting the recovery of liver cell function in chronic liver damage to the digestive system. Respiratory system: Angelica extract has a considerable therapeutic effect on emphysema complicated by chronic bronchitis and early or remitted cor pulmonale. After taking the medicine, the lung ventilation function is significantly improved and the physical strength is significantly restored.

Due to limited space, only several of the effects of Angelica sinensis are introduced above. In fact, Angelica sinensis can also enhance immunity and is a pure Chinese herbal anti-inflammatory drug. Angelica sinensis also has anti-cancer effects and is especially suitable for gynecological tumors. It is most suitable for those with stagnation of qi and blood and blood stasis. Angelica sinensis can also resist aging. Modern people are pursuing longevity, and Angelica sinensis is the first choice of medicine.