Chinese Angelica Root (Angelica sinensis)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Angelica sinensis
COMMON NAMES
Chinese Angelica, Dong Quai, Female Ginseng
FAMILY
Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
DESCRIPTION
A herb indigenous to China, Chinese angelica has been traditionally used to support those experiencing the menopause.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose chopped root.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Decoction: About 1 teaspoon (1.5 to 3 g) of herb to a cup of cold water, bring to the boil and leave to sit for 15 minutes. Or steep 1 teaspoon of bark in cold water overnight. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired.
Drink up to 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
The herb can be added as a flavouring to gin, vodka and other infusions.
CAUTIONS
Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
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