What are the effects and methods of eating angelica?

As we all know, Angelica sinensis is a very good and common Chinese medicine. The main effect of this Chinese medicine is to help treat women's insufficient blood and physical decline. In addition, the effect of men eating Angelica sinensis has always been very good. In fact, in addition to adding it to Chinese medicine, Angelica sinensis can also be added to the meals we usually eat. So what are the effects and methods of eating Angelica sinensis?

Angelica has many functions and effects, and is especially suitable for women.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Angelica sinensis has a sweet and strong taste, so it can specifically nourish the blood. Its aroma is light and pungent, so it can also promote blood circulation. It has the function of nourishing while moving, and promoting circulation while nourishing, and is an essential medicine for the blood. Therefore, it can both nourish blood and activate blood circulation, both unblock menstruation and activate collaterals. Angelica can be used to treat common diseases among women, such as irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea due to blood deficiency, sallow complexion, weakness and anemia, uterine bleeding, postpartum blood stasis, and menorrhagia (bleeding from the mouth and nose during menstruation).

The main functions and effects of Angelica sinensis are:

1. Effects on uterine smooth muscle

Studies 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, causing the rhythmic contraction to gradually decrease until it disappears and the uterus is in a relaxed state. It also counteracts uterine contractions caused by vasopressin, histamine, adrenaline, and acetylcholine.

2. Effects on the cardiovascular system

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

3. Blood and cardiovascular system

After rats orally took Angelica sinensis decoction, 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. Digestive system

It has a protective effect on liver damage caused by acute carbon tetrachloride poisoning in mice; it has a certain effect on reducing fibrosis and promoting the recovery of liver cell function in chronic liver damage. 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.

5. Immune Effects

Angelica and its extracts sodium ferulate and angelica polysaccharides have a significant stimulating effect on the monocyte-macrophage system, and also have immune regulation and recovery effects on immune-compromised organisms. Angelica sinensis also promotes the transformation of lymphocytes in healthy people.

6. Anti-inflammatory Effects

The components of Angelica sinensis, n-butenolide and phenylbutyrolactone, can relax tracheal smooth muscles and counteract bronchial asthma caused by histamine-acetylcholine.

7 Anti-cancer Effects

Angelica sinensis can be widely used in various tumors, especially gynecological tumors, and is most suitable for those with stagnant Qi and blood, and blood stasis. Angelica sinensis can also be used to strengthen the body and fight cancer in patients with blood deficiency and emaciation, or those with weak vital energy after surgery, radiotherapy, or chemotherapy.

Angelica is a medicinal herb that is mainly used to treat various diseases. In particular, it can treat qi deficiency and physical decline. It is helpful for cancer prevention and treatment, and liver disease. Many people have problems with kidney deficiency and physical decline. They can take angelica. Tea or porridge made from angelica can relieve the symptoms.