Angelica (Not clearly established for Angelica archangelica in provided classical texts.)
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Angelica (Angelica archangelica), also known as Garden Angelica, Holy Ghost Root, or Norwegian Angelica, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine, and it is sometimes incorporated into Ayurvedic-influenced practices for its war...
Botanical name: Angelica archangelica.
Classical attributes
- Virya: []
- Vipaka: []
Dosha effects
- vata: decreasing
- kapha: decreasing
- pitta: increasing
Active compounds
- Furanocoumarins
- Essential Oils
- Coumarins
- Flavonoids
- Organic Acids
Clinical evidence
While clinical evidence specifically for Angelica archangelica as a stand-alone herb is somewhat limited, especially in large-scale randomized controlled trials, its root extract is a key ingredient in Iberogast, a proprietary herbal formulation extensively studied for functional dyspepsia and IBS. Meta-analyses and systematic reviews of Iberogast (containing A. archangelica) have demonstrated its efficacy in reducing symptoms of digestive disorders. Preclinical studies suggest anxiolytic, sedative, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, but these effects are not yet confirmed in large-scale human clinical trials for Angelica alone.
Frequently asked questions
What is Angelica?
Angelica (Angelica archangelica), also known as Garden Angelica, Holy Ghost Root, or Norwegian Angelica, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine, and it is sometimes incorporated into Ayurvedic-influenced practices for its war...
What are the benefits of Angelica?
Angelica is traditionally used in Ayurveda for wellness support.
How is Angelica used in Ayurveda?
Angelica is prepared and used according to classical Ayurvedic guidance.
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