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Herbology 101 - Herbal Remedies and Herb Information

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Angelica (Angelica archangelica): Also called: Amara Aromatica, Archangelica, Goutweed.
A remarkably tall herb (up to 2.5m high) that has been used for centuries. Stories claim that it was recommended by the Archangel Raphael as a cure for the plague.
On a less fanciful front, Angelica helps to relieve gas, promotes menstruation, and is generally invigorating and strengthening to the body.
It is an aromatic, used as a flavouring in drinks, and as a scent in perfumes. The stems can also be eaten raw, candied, or cooked.

Used for:

Antispasmodic
Congestion
Asthma, Bronchitis, Emphysema
Promotes menstruation
Diaphoretic
Diuretic
Colic
Digestion
Circulation
Indigestion
Carminative
Expectorant
Tonic

Lore:

History Vikings introduced the herb to Europe in the 10th Century. Since then, it has been used in various forms to treat a variety of ailments. Some people believed that it could guard them from wickedness. They made their children wear Angelica leaf necklaces to keep them safe from sickness and sorcery. Angelical has been used in treating rabies, digestive orders and as a was to help "dimness of sight and deafness". Essential Oil Used in a massage blend (see carrier oils), Angelica soothes muscular aches and tension, as well as having benefits for rheumatic joint issues. Massaged into the abdominal area, Angelica helps ease stomache aches, indigestion and gas.

In a bath (see dispersants), Angelica will help energize and revitalize, and stimulate the appetite. Culinary Remniscent of celery, Angelica leaves are sometimes used in the poaching liquid for preparing fish. They can be used as a garnish, or used in salads. The leaves also have antimicrobial properties and are used in northern climes for preserving fish.

The root is ground and used in preparing cakes, bread and cookies, as well as being used in tandem with the seeds to flavour such liqueurs as Benedictine and Chartreuse.

Stems can be candied or used while cooking rhubarb, plums, pumpkin, and squash. They mellow any tartness and heighten the natural sweetness, reducing the amount of sugar needed.

Angelica may cause (skin) rashes if allergic.

Angelica / Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis/A polymorpha): Also called: Dong Quai, Chinese Angelica
Parts used: root
Considered a uterine tonic, this herb is recommended in TCM for a wide variety of ailments related to the uterus. It is given for menstrual cramps and for irregular periods. It has also proven useful as an antispasmodic, for regulating blood sugar and as an aid in treating hypertension. In men it has been seen to help with low sperm count.

Used for:

Antispasmodic
Anti-inflammatory
Analgesic
Acne
Circulation
Boils
Emmenagogue
Menstrual Cramps
Antibiotic
Antiseptic
Sedative
Hypertension
Tonic
Anemia
Infertility
Uterine tonic

Angelica Du Huo (Angelica Du Huo)

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