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  MedlinePlus Herbs and Supplements: Dong quai (Angelica sinensis [Oliv.] Diels), Chinese angelica
Dong quai (Angelica sinensis [Oliv.] Diels), Chinese angelica
[Short-term effects of Angelica sinensis and nifedipine on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in patients with pulmonary hypertension].
Zheng L. [Short-term effect and the mechanism of radix Angelicae on pulmonary hypertension in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease].
www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-dongquai.html   (2381 words)

  
  ANGELICA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Angelica, Angelica archangelica L., is a herbaceous, aromatic herb native to Eurasia and commercially cultivated in Belgium, Germany, France, and several other countries.
The reported life zone of angelica is 5 to 19°C with an annual precipitation of 0.5 to 1.3 meters and a soil pH of 4.5 to 7.3 (4.1-31).
Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels is used in treatment of such acute abdominal conditions as appendicitis and against psoriasis (7.7-6, 11.1-97).
www.hort.purdue.edu /newcrop/med-aro/factsheets/ANGELICA.html   (562 words)

  
 Chinese Angelica
Chinese angelica is nourishing, containing vitamins, and aids the absorption and utilization of vitamin E.
Chinese angelica is used for anemia and angina.
Chinese angelica has bactericidal, antiviral and antifungal properties and is a wonderful remedy for a whole range of infections, including colds and flu.
www.herbs2000.com /herbs/herbs_angelica_chinese.htm   (1107 words)

  
 Database Entry: Dong Quai - Angelica sinensis, Dong Quai - Angelica sinensis, Dong Quai - Angelica sinensis, Dong Quai ...
"The root, dang gui [Angelica sinensis], is valuable in anemia and menstrual pain, or as a general tonic after childbirth.
Pharmacological and clinical research: Effect on the uterus: as long ago as the 1920s, decoctions of Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Dang Gui) on the uterus was the object of research.
Angelica is also used in the treatment of abdominal pain, anemia, injuries, arthritis, migraine headache, and many other conditions.
www.rain-tree.com /dongquai.htm   (1037 words)

  
 Angelica - Abnat.com - Great Products! Best Prices! - Abnat.com
Angelica is described as a herb with "an affinity for the female constitution".
The coumarins in angelica are valuable medication for reducing high-protein edemas, such as swelling of the lymph nodes (lymphedema).
Angelica is a biennial or perennial herb that is found in countries such as
www.abnat.com /single-herbs/angelica.htm   (508 words)

  
 MDidea Extracts Professional:Standardized Herbal Extracts Series:Angelica P.E.Chinese Angelica P.E.Ligustilide.Narrative
Angelica genuflexa is less widely distributed, occurring in the coastal zone of southeastern and central Alaska and on the Aleutians.
Angelica is a good remedy for colds, coughs, pleurisy, wind, colic, rheumatism and diseases of the urinary organs, though it should not be given to patients who have a tendency towards diabetes, as it causes an increase of sugar in the urine.
Angelica root is famous in China as a tonic, Chinese angelica is taken for "deficient blood" conditions, anemia, and for the symptoms of anemia due to blood loss -a pale complexion, palpitations, and lowered vitality.
www.mdidea.com /products/herbextract/angelica/data.html   (8567 words)

  
 Angelica sinensis
Angelica sinensis injection reduced the CD 11 c expression in alveolar macrophage of chronic bronchitis patients by inhibiting Lipo polysaccharide induced intracellular calcium ion elevation in alveolar macrophage [Article in Chinese].
Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) promotes melanocytic proliferation, melanin synthesis and tyrosinase activity, which is the mechanism for validating its clinical use in the treatment of skin pigmentation.
The modulating effect of GdCl (3) and Angelica sinensis polysaccharides on differentially expressed genes in liver of hepatic immunological injury mice by cDNA microarray was studied and found to decrease the number of the differentially expressed genes.
www.herbmed.org /Herbs/Herb90.htm   (3558 words)

  
 Angelica
Angelica root poultices were applied to broken bones, and the tea served as a topical treatment for ulcers.
Since angelica grew everywhere in Europe and because of its supposed spiritual connections, it became a foremost medicine used for all manner of illnesses, including bronchitis, colds, circulatory problems, muscle spasms, rheumatism, intestinal tract inflammation, indigestion, stomach cancer, water retention, tumors, poorly healing sores, insomnia, lack of energy, and debility.
Angelica is one of four sacred plants of the Rocky Mountain Region.
www.innvista.com /health/herbs/angelica.htm   (1735 words)

  
 Herbs: Angelica Herb
Angelica's bright green leaves, made up of three finely toothed leaflets, and its stems also are a pleasing contrast in the garden.
Angelica is a biennial, and usually only blooms every two or three years.
So whether you wish to grow Angelica for its crunchy stems, its sweet leaves, or just to have such a celestial plant looming in your garden, fall is the time to start the seeds.
www.sallys-place.com /food/columns/gilbert/angelica_herb.htm   (950 words)

  
 MDidea Extracts Professional:Standardized Herbal Extracts Series:Angelica P.E.Chinese Angelica ...
As an ancient and highly aromatic plant, angelica is praised in the folklore of northern Europe countries as a panacea for all ills.
Angelica Pubescentis Maxim is of the family Apiaceae and is indigenous to China.
In time, angelica came to be regarded as a heaven-sent plant, and was known widely as "The root of the Holy Ghost." These country folk have good reason for dealing in angelica beyond the religious or superstitious significance of the plant.
www.mdidea.com /products/herbextract/angelica/spectrology.html   (4485 words)

  
 Angelica Facts (Angelica sinensis) - Planet Botanic Canada
Angelica belongs to one of the most magical families of plants on the planet, the umbelliferae family, named for the umbrella-shaped flower head of its members.
Considering angelica’s track record, it would seem that Mother Nature was killing a few birds with a single stone when she dreamed up this one.
In the Americas, the purple angelica, Angelica purpoutrea, was used both by the Native Americans and by the colonists who came and booted out the natives.
www.planetbotanic.ca /fact_sheets/angelica.htm   (1389 words)

  
 Angelica - Angelica archangelica or Angelica sinensis
The American variety (Angelica archangelica) is regarded as safe by the FDA, and may be used for both external and internal purposes.
American angelica is known to be a carminative, an agent that relieves flatulence and gas, and to possess antispasmodic properties.
Angelica is also known to potentiate the action of antihypertensive, ganglionic, peripheral adrenergic blocking drugs, tubacurarine, and norepinephrine.
www.discountvitaminsandherbs.com /library_category_angelica.php   (470 words)

  
 Wildflower Herbals-Dong Quai Root Slices-Angelica sinensis
Chinese angelica is taken in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a tonic for "deficient blood" conditions, anemia and for the symptoms of anemia due to blood loss, pale complexion, palpitations, and lowered vitality.
Chinese angelica regulates the menstrual cycle, relieves menstrual pains and cramps and is a tonic for women with heavy menstrual bleeding who risk becoming anemic.
Chinese angelica is a "warming" herb, improving the circulation to the abdomen and to the hands and feet.
www.wildflowerherbals.com /bulkherbs/dongquai.html   (354 words)

  
 Dong Quai
Does dong quai have estrogenic effects in postmenopausal women?
Qi-bing M, Jing-yi T, Bo C. Advance in the pharmacological studies of radix Angelica sinensis (Oliv) Diels (Chinese danggui).
Hematopoietic effect of Radix angelicae sinensis in a hemodialysis patient.
www.gianteagle.com /healthnotes/Herb/Dong_Quai.htm   (583 words)

  
 Herbal Descriptions - Angelica - Angelica archangelica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Angelica, from the plant Angelica archangelica, is similar to the Chinese herb Dong Quai, which is derived from the closely related plant Angelica sinensis.
Angelica has recently become a very popular herb in the United States, and is often recommended by herbalists as a treatment for flatulence and stomach pains, and as a stimulant to invigorate circulation and warm the body.
Angelica contains a number of compounds called 'furocoumarins' that are photosensitizers, which upon direct contact with the skin may lead to a skin rash after being exposed to the sun.
www.viable-herbal.com /herbdesc/1angelic.htm   (478 words)

  
 Medication Advisor 2006.2: Angelica
This type of angelica (Angelica archangelica) is a completely different remedy from dong quai (Angelica sinensis).
Angelica oil is used in perfumes, soaps, salves, oils, and shampoos.
Angelica root is safe for most adults when used on the skin or taken in small amounts.
www.fairview.org /healthlibrary/content/ma_angelica_ma.htm   (768 words)

  
 Angelica Sinensis - RxList Chinese Medicinal Formula FAQ
There are many species of Angelica but they may not all have the same therapeutic qualities.
Angelica Sinensis (Oliv,) is of the family Apiaceae and is indigenous to China.
Dong Quai is commonly known as a women's herb due to its use in regulating the menses and stimulating and relaxing the uterus.
www.rxlist.com /cgi/alt/angelica_quai_faq.htm   (908 words)

  
 M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - CIMER - Natural Standard - Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis [Oliv.] Diels), Chinese Angelica
Deng Y, Yang L. Effect of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) on melanocytic proliferation, melanin synthesis and tyrosinase activity in vitro.
Modulation of GdCl3 and Angelica sinensis polysaccharides on differentially expressed genes in liver of hepatic immunological injury mice by cDNA microarray.
Angelica sinensis modulates migration and proliferation of gastric epithelial cells.
www.mdanderson.org /departments/cimer/display.cfm?id=01187D41-E368-42F1-BCBFD12FE5FE09AE&method=displayFull&pn=6EB86A59-EBD9-11D4-810100508B603A14   (4230 words)

  
 Angelica archangelica Angelica
Angelica is in the Apiaceae family (formerly the Umbelliferae family) which makes it related to Dill, Chervil, Caraway, Queen's Anne Lace and Lovage.
Angelica also looks like a few plants that are not safe to eat, so be sure of the plant you are harvesting.
An ounce of freshly gathered stem of Angelica is chopped up and steeped in 2 pints of Good Brandy (none of that cheep stuff) with 1 ounce of bitter almonds reduced to a pulp for five days.
www.mountainvalleygrowers.com /angarchangelica.htm   (387 words)

  
 e-MDs | Products | Patient Education - ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Angelica Sinensis (not to be confused with Angelica Archangelica) is a biennial/perennial herb native to Syria but is also found in the United Kingdom and Iceland.
Angelica grows between 50 to 250 cm in height and produces flowers that are greenish-white to yellowish in color in June through August.
Angelica is generally considered to be low in toxicity, however may increase sensitivity to light in some individuals.
www.e-mds.com /healthinfo_view/i_00000006YH/index.html   (385 words)

  
 herb data, Angelica, Angelica archangelica, Angelica sinensis, ong-quei, dong-quai, tang-kuei, dang-qui, dong quai, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Angelica, dong-quei, dong-quai, tang-kuei or dang-qui, dong quai in China.
Angelica is a biennial or perennial herb that is found in in countries such as UK, Lapland and Iceland.
In folklore, it is touted as "a protection against contagion, or purifying the blood and for curing practically every conceivable maladies".
www.holistic-online.com /herbal-med/_Herbs/h4.htm   (584 words)

  
 Angelica - Herb Database + Images
Lay in single layer in shallow pan or tray; for each pound of angelica use 2 C. sugar and 2/3 C. water; place sugar and water in pan and stir till sugar dissolved; boil to a thick syrup; pour over stems and leave overnight.
Place angelica in a bowl and cover with salt and boiling water; allow to sit for 24 hours; drain, peel and wash in cold water.
Angelica root which is cut in thin slices, 4 oz.
earthnotes.tripod.com /angelica.htm   (3848 words)

  
 Refined Dong Quai (Angelica Root Powder Capsule 50 x 12) Discount   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Chinese angelica root (Danggui) is used with White peony root (Baishao), Prepared rehmannia root (Shudihuang) and Astragalus root (Huangqi) in the formula Siwu Tang or Danggui Buxue Tang.
Chinese angelica root (Danggui) is used with Cyperus tuber (Xiangfu), Corydalis tuber (Yanhusuo) and Motherwort (Yimucao).
The root of angelica sinensis is mainly produced in Gansu and Shanxi provinces of China.
www.china-herbs.com /angelica.html   (511 words)

  
 [Full text] Polysaccharides from the root of Angelica sinensis protect bone marrow and gastrointestinal tissues ...
Angelica sinensis, also known as Danggui, has been used as a medicinal herb in China for thousands of years and renowned for its therapeutic effects on gynecological disorders, such as amenorrhea and menopause [5].
Recent pharmacological studies demonstrated the polysaccharides fraction of Angelica sinensis had radio-protective effects in irradiated mice through modulation of proliferative response of hemopoietic stem cells [6].
It was also reported that Angelica sinensis crude extract increased the proliferation of gastric epithelial cells through modulation of several proliferation-related genes, including EGF, ODC, and c-Myc [8-10].
www.medsci.org /v03p0001.htm   (3847 words)

  
 Effect of Angelica sinensis on the proliferation of human bone cells Alternative Medicine Review - Find Articles
The human osteoprecursor cells (OPC-1) were incubated in the medium with different concentrations of the aqueous extract of Angelica sinensis and the cell proliferation was studied.
However, the proliferation of OPC-1 was inhibited by Angelica sinensis extract with the concentrations >250 microg/ml.
CONCLUSION: The aqueous extract of Angelica sinensis was found to directly stimulate the proliferation, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, protein secretion and particularly type I collagen synthesis of OPC-1 at dose-dependent manner.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0FDN/is_6_7/ai_96416642   (276 words)

  
 Angelica sinensis Alternative Medicine Review - Find Articles
Angelica sinensis (commonly known as dong quai) is a fragrant, perennial herb found in mainland China, Japan, and Korea.
Chinese herbalists have used Angelica for thousands of years to strengthen heart, lung, and liver meridians, as well as lubricate the bowel.
It is considered a blood tonic, and has been used by generations of women for health concerns such as menstrual pain and regulating the menstrual cycle.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0FDN/is_4_9/ai_n9480680   (734 words)

  
 Herbasin Chinese herb database - Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Dang Gui)
Chinese Angelica is the dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels (Fam.
Chinese angelica root is sweet and pungent in taste, warm in nature and therapeutically related to the channels of the Liver, Heart and Spleen.
The raw Chinese angelica root (slices) is more eligible for enriching the blood and loosing the bowels, while the liquored Chinese angelica root is more eligible for promoting blood circulation and restoring menstrual flow.
www.herbasin.com /database/danggui.htm   (366 words)

  
 Dong quai (Angelica sinensis [Oliv.] Diels), Chinese angelica - MayoClinic.com
Dong quai (Angelica sinensis [Oliv.] Diels), Chinese angelica - MayoClinic.com
Dong quai (Angelica sinensis [Oliv.] Diels), Chinese angelica
Experimental study of anti-tumor effects of polysaccharides from Angelica sinensis.
www.mayoclinic.com /health/dong-quai/NS_patient-Dongquai   (1983 words)

  
 Juniper & Sage: Materia Medica: Angelica (Dong Quai)
Juniper and Sage: Materia Medica: Angelica (Dong Quai)
Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diel.  Apiaceae (Umbelliferea)  The common name is dong quai, tang-kuei, dang-gui, Chinese angelica.
Dong quai has been used in China for over two thousand years.  It did not become popular in Western medicine until the nineteenth century.  There are, however, a number of European and American Angelicas that have been used for similar purposes by Europeans and Native Americans.
www.juniperandsage.com /materia_dongquai.php   (418 words)

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