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What is the best combination for Dang Gui (Chinese angelica root)?

Jan 21, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Generally speaking, there is no definitive statement regarding "the best combination for Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui)." Angelica sinensis can be combined with black soybeans, ginger, Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), white peony root (Bai Shao), and Astragalus (Huang Qi). If you plan to use the aforementioned herbs, it is recommended to consult a physician. Black soybeans are rich in protein, iron, and various vitamins; when used together with Angelica sinensis, they not only supplement nutrition and promote blood formation but also enhance kidney function.

Generally speaking, there is no definitive statement regarding the "best combination with Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui)." Angelica sinensis can be combined with black soybeans, ginger, Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), Bai Shao (Paeonia lactiflora), Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus), and others. If you need to use any of these herbs, it is recommended to consult a physician first. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Black Soybeans

Black soybeans are rich in protein, iron, and various vitamins. When combined with Angelica sinensis, they not only provide nutritional support and promote blood production but also enhance kidney function, helping to improve symptoms such as soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees caused by kidney deficiency.

2. Ginger

Ginger is warm in nature and can induce perspiration, relieve superficial symptoms, warm the middle jiao, and stop vomiting. When used together with Angelica sinensis, it helps improve blood circulation, alleviate menstrual discomfort, and its spicy components can also stimulate appetite, making it suitable for individuals with cold syndromes accompanying menstrual irregularities.

3. Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Chuanxiong promotes blood circulation, regulates qi, dispels wind, and relieves pain. When paired with Angelica sinensis, it enhances the effect of promoting blood circulation and improves symptoms such as poor blood flow or cold hands and feet.

4. Bai Shao (Paeonia lactiflora)

Bai Shao nourishes the blood, restrains yin, soothes the liver, and relieves pain. When combined with Angelica sinensis, it synergistically enhances the blood-nourishing effects and can also alleviate pain caused by blood deficiency, such as dysmenorrhea in women.

5. Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus)

Huang Qi tonifies qi, strengthens the defensive system, promotes diuresis to reduce edema, and nourishes body fluids and blood. When used together with Angelica sinensis, it enhances its blood-nourishing properties, boosts immunity, and improves symptoms of qi and blood deficiency.

However, pregnant women, lactating women, and individuals with bleeding tendencies should avoid using Angelica sinensis or its combinations.

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