DONG QUAI
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Uses? |
Menopausal symptoms Premenstrual tension Tonic for the liver Menstrual cramps |
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Who? |
Almost everyone |
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Who can’t? |
People on any type of medication. Check with doctor Pregnant or breast feeding |
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How long? |
Up to 8 weeks appears to be safe for most people |
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Side effect? |
Skin becomes extra sensitive Greater risk for sunburn Skin cancer |
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Available forms? |
Capsules, tablets, tinctures and teas |
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Dose? |
Follow health professional advice or directions on the package |
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Part used? |
Root |
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Comes from? |
Cool mountain woods of southern and western China |
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Other names? |
Angelica Sinensis Chinese angelica Dong quai Tang kuei |