Danggui, also known as Chinese Angelica, is considered a great blood tonic and is often referred to as the "sacred medicine for blood tonification". Modern research has shown that Danggui also has immune-regulating, anti-cancer, and beauty-enhancing effects. Alcohol is a good semi-polar organic solvent that can effectively combine the medicinal properties of Chinese herbs with alcohol to enhance their therapeutic effects. Today, let's introduce the benefits and effects of Danggui wine.
Blood Tonic and Menstrual Regulation
Danggui has a sweet and heavy taste, making it a premium blood tonic. It is particularly suitable for women, especially those suffering from irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and blood deficiency causing amenorrhea. Danggui wine can effectively promote the blood-tonifying and blood-activating effects of Danggui, as well as warm and invigorate the blood vessels, dispel wind and cold, and regulate menstrual irregularities.
Promotes Blood Circulation and Relieves Pain
Danggui can promote blood circulation, regulate menstruation and activate collaterals, and relieve pain. The medicinal wine itself has the functions of relaxing tendons, promoting blood circulation, and dispersing cold. Alcohol can dissolve some active ingredients of Danggui, thereby enhancing the blood-activating and pain-relieving effects, as well as dispelling internal cold.
Moistens the Intestines and Promotes Bowel Movement
Insufficient intestinal fluid can lead to constipation, and Danggui, with its nourishing and blood-tonifying properties, can moisten the intestines and promote bowel movement. It is effective in treating constipation caused by blood deficiency. Danggui wine can also achieve the same effect.
Treatment for Palpitations and Insomnia
Danggui has an inhibitory effect on the central nervous system. Its volatile oil can have sedative and hypnotic effects. The volatile oil of Danggui is difficult to dissolve in water but easily dissolves in alcohol. Soaking Danggui in alcohol can fully exert its sedative and sleep-inducing effects, helping to treat palpitations and insomnia.
Danggui Wine for Postpartum Abdominal Pain
Ingredients: 40g Danggui, 40g Xuduan, 40g Cinnamon, 40g Chuanxiong, 40g dried ginger, 40g Ophiopogon japonicus, 60g Peony, 100g Fructus evodiae, 100g Rehmannia glutinosa, 30g Licorice, 30g Angelica dahurica, 40g Astragalus, 20 dates, 2kg of wine.
Method: Grind the ingredients together, wrap them in gauze, soak them in clean utensils with wine overnight, add 1kg of water, and boil until it reduces to 1.5kg.
Usage: Drink 15-20ml before each meal, 3 times a day.
Danggui Wine for Menstrual Irregularities
Ingredients: 100g Danggui, 1000g liquor (55% alcohol by volume).
Method: Put Danggui slices and liquor in a wine jar, seal it, and soak it for 10 days. Use the clear liquid on top when ready.
Usage: Drink before meals, 30-50ml each time, twice a day.
Precautions when drinking Danggui Wine
1. Danggui wine has a high alcohol content. Drinking in moderation can benefit the body, but excessive consumption can be harmful. Therefore, it is important to drink Danggui wine in moderation.
2. Women can drink Danggui wine to treat menstrual irregularities, but it is not recommended during the menstrual period. Drinking alcohol can accelerate blood circulation, possibly leading to increased menstrual flow and causing dysmenorrhea.
