PhytoForce Angelica Tincture

Description

This statuesque biennial, native to parts of Europe, was historically valued for its protection against poisoning, contagion and witches.

Family

Apiaceae

Parts used

Dried root, leaf, stem, seed

Actions

Antibacterial, antifungal, alterative, anti-inflammatory, carminative, diaphoretic, digestive diuretic, tonic, circulatory stimulant, antispasmodic, expectorant, emmenagogue

Digestion

• Stimulates digestion; used for weak digestion, nausea, indigestion, wind and colic.
• Inhaling the crushed leaves relieves travel sickness.
• Improves appetite, metabolism and absorption.
• Taken regularly it is traditionally thought to reduce the desire for alcohol.
• Circulation Warming circulatory tonic; stimulates blood fiow to the periphery; excellent for problems with poor circulation such as Raynaud’s disease and Buerger’s disease.
• Calcium-channel blocker in the heart; useful for high blood pressure and angina.
• Used to treat anaemia.

Mental and Emotional

• Mental and emotional Strengthening nerve tonic; aids inspiration.
• Mood elevating in depression.

Respiratory system

• Warming expectorant and decongestant for coughs, acute bronchitis, asthma, sore throats, colds and catarrh. Hot tea helps to relieve fevers
• Immune system Antimicrobial and cleansing, aids and enhances immunity.
• Anti-inflammatory for arthritis and gout.
• Reproductive system Regulates menstrual cycle and relieves period pain and PMS.
• Externaily used in massage oils or baths to relieve muscle tension and joint stiffness and pain.

CAUTION

Avoid fresh root during pregnancy. May cause photosensitivity

Dosage:

Adults:

10 Drops three times a day

Chrildren:

2-6 years: 5 drops

6-12 years: 7 drops

12 or older: 10 drops