Health Benefits of Dong Quai (Female Ginseng)

Health Benefits of Dong Quai (Female Ginseng)

Dong quai (angelica sinensis), also known as female ginseng, is an herb belonging to the same plant family as parsley, carrots and celery that is native to China. Dong quai has been used as a tonic, spice and medicine in China, Korea and Japan for more than one thousand years. Dong quai is used in traditional Chinese medicine to help treat anemia, dizziness and women’s reproductive problems such as dysmenorrhea or painful menstruation and improve blood flow.

Dong quai is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent the risk of chronic diseases.

Dong quai has anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, anti-osteoarthritis, and anti-cancer properties. Dong quai may also help protect the liver from damage. Dong quai may also help support digestive health.

Dong quai may help with menstrual disorders such as heavy bleeding and amenorrhea (absent menstruation) or irregular cycles. Dong quai may help treat menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and mood changes. Dong quai may also help treat PMS symptoms such as breast tenderness and mood changes. Dong quai may also help treat infertility.

Dong quai may help boost your immunity and promote bone health to help prevent osteoporosis.

Dong quai may also promote heart health such as improving circulation.

Dong quai may also help with pain relief such as headaches, nerve pain and joint pain.

Dong quai may also help with premature ejaculation.

Dong quai may interact with certain medications.

As always, consult with your physician.

Sources:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2811999/

https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/herb/dong-quai

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-936/dong-quai

https://www.healthline.com/health/dong-quai-ancient-mystery

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/dong-quai