Scientific Name: Angelica sinensis Considered a female ginseng, Chinese Angelica is used in TCM for a range of conditions including women’s health.
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Fennel
Scientific Name: Foeniculum vulgare The essence of fennel can be used as a safe and effective herbal drug for primary dysmenorrhea.
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Scientific Name: Levisticum officinale Has a flavor similar to celery and used for indigestion, heartburn, stomach distention, Its principal constituents are lactone derivatives known as phthalides.
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Scientific Name: Petroselium crispum Parsley is a source of antioxidants (especially luteolin), apigenin, folic acid, vitamin K, vitamin C, and vitamin A.
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Scientific Name: Bupleurum falcatum Bupleurum has been used in Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years as a “liver tonic” This plant has also been found to possess antidepressant properties.
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