Dong Quai
Overview
Dong Quai is a Chinese herb that tastes similar to celery and has similar therapeutic prospects to Angelica. It has been used in Chinese medicine for more than 3,000 years.
Botanical Names
Angelica polymorpha
Angelica sinensis
Both species of Dong Quai belong to the Umbelliferae family. The more commonly used species of Dong Quai for therapeutic purposes is Angelica sinensis.
Part Used
Root
Health Benefits of Dong Quai
Cardiovascular System
Dong Quai may lower Blood Pressure in High Blood Pressure patients by dilating the Blood Vessels (due to Coumarins).
Immune System
Dong Quai may help to prevent Cancer - Liver. [1]
Dong Quai may inhibit the of Melanoma cells. [2]
Metabolism
Dong Quai may inhibit the ability of Paracetamol to damage the Liver. [3]
Nervous System
Dong Quai may help to prevent Alzheimer's Disease (by counteracting the toxicity of Amyloid-Beta Protein). [4]
Respiratory System
Dong Quai may alleviate the symptoms of Asthma. [5]
Dong Quai is an effective treatment for (chronic) Bronchitis. [6]
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