When it comes to Angelica sinensis, I believe everyone should be familiar with it. Angelica sinensis is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine, with good effects in promoting blood circulation and nourishing blood. It has certain regulatory and relieving effects on menstrual irregularities, menstrual pain, and anemia in women. So, if you are experiencing menstrual pain or anemia, you can eat some Angelica sinensis in your daily life. Today, I recommend a recipe called Angelica sinensis and Ligusticum Chuanxiong Chicken, which will help you easily get through your menstrual period.
1. Recipe for Angelica sinensis and Ligusticum Chuanxiong Chicken
Ingredients: 150g chicken leg, 25g cooked Rehmannia glutinosa, 15g Angelica sinensis, 5g Ligusticum chuanxiong, 10g stir-fried Paeonia lactiflora, salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Wash the chicken leg and chop it into large pieces. Blanch it in boiling water, then rinse it clean and set aside. Quickly rinse the Chinese herbs with clean water.
2. Put the chicken leg and all the Chinese herbs in a stew pot. Add 6 bowls of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Then reduce the heat and simmer for another 40 minutes.
3. Season with salt before serving.
2. Benefits of Angelica sinensis and Ligusticum Chuanxiong Chicken:
- Angelica sinensis: It has the effects of nourishing blood, regulating menstruation, relieving pain, and moisturizing the intestines.
- Ligusticum chuanxiong: It has the effects of promoting qi circulation, relieving stagnation, improving myocardial function, lowering blood pressure, and strengthening uterine smooth muscle contraction.
- Cooked Rehmannia glutinosa: It has the effects of nourishing blood and yin, and can be used for blood deficiency with pale yellow complexion, dizziness, palpitations, insomnia, menstrual irregularities, and excessive menstruation.
- Chicken: It has the effects of warming the middle, invigorating qi, promoting blood circulation, and strengthening bones and muscles.
- Angelica sinensis and Ligusticum Chuanxiong Chicken: This soup has the effects of nourishing blood, promoting blood circulation, regulating menstruation, relieving pain, promoting qi circulation, invigorating the middle, strengthening qi, and strengthening bones and muscles.
3. Contraindications for Angelica sinensis and Ligusticum Chuanxiong Chicken:
1. It is not suitable for people with chronic diarrhea or loose stools.
2. It is not recommended for people with excessive heat and bleeding.
3. People with dampness and fullness in the middle, loose stools, or pregnant women should use Angelica sinensis with caution.
