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: Centella asiatica Wound healing, used as a tonic herb to promote brain function.
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Scientific Name: Arctium lappa Roots are used to promote healthy hair and skin.
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Scientific Name: Sanguisorba officinalis Great Burnet is an agent typically used during menopause, to relieve symptoms including heavy menstrual flow, hot flashes, and irregular flow. It can also be used to treat gastrointestinal issues such as ulcerative colitis, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids.
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Scientific Name: Buxus microphylla Some studies show the Buxus microphylla leaf extract has a antihyperlipidemia effect.
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Scientific Name: Zanthoxylum piperitum The fruit contains a essential oil, flavonoids and isoquinoline alkaloids.
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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: Ruta graveolens Used to promote menstruation and uterine contractions, but is also used topically for arthritis, sprains and inflammation.
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Scientific Name: Zanthoxylum acantshyllum The fruit is dried and used as a condiment. A pepper flavor, it is stronger and more pungent than black pepper.
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