What is Angelica archangelica?
Angelica archangelica or Garden Angelica is a plant that is commonly used in medicine, grocery trade and as a flavoring for liqueurs and pastry. In 16th – 17th centuries angelica herb was used with other herbs to make a special and curing drink “Carmelite water”. This drink was used to cure headaches, as an antidote to poisons, it also promoted relaxation and a long and healthy life. It was famous for its antibacterial and anti-viral properties. Roots, seeds, leaves, fruit and stems of angelica plant are used for medical purposes. This plant grows wide in Norway, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Greenland, Iceland, the Faroe Islands and is cultivated in some regions of France, Germany, in south –eastern parts of Asia and in some regions of Romania.
What are health benefits of angelica herb?
It is used as a treatment of:
- heart diseases;
- angina;
- skin problems;
- anemia;
- chronic bronchitis;
- abdominal bloating;
- dyspepsia;
- loss of appetite;
- flatulence;
- arthritis and joint pain;
- peptic discomfort;
- gastrointestinal spasms;
- ulcers;
- typhoid;
- peripheral circulation problems.
It has the following features:
- anti-inflammatory;
- anti- rheumatic;
It is used as:
- carminative;
- diuretic;
- digestive tonic;
- expectorant remedy;
- cholagogue;
- uterine stimulant
- diaphoretic,
- blood purifier;
- blood circulation promoter;
- regulator of high blood pressure.
Are there any side effects of angelica archangelica?
This plant is safe, but it must be used in food amounts. People with light skin should know that this herb can make their skin more sensitive to sunlight, it may be unsafe while pregnancy or breast feeding. If you want to take angelica herb in medical doses, always consult a doctor before.