Dong Quai Root Liquid Extract

Herbal extracts and nutrients that detoxify the body
2oz Bottle, Code 3276

$26.95

Dong Quai

Dong Quai root extract is a female tonic in traditional Chinese medicine. It has been used successfully to alleviate PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and menopausal symptoms (Hardy 2000). Dong Quai extract has been shown to have a muscle relaxant effect and has been used as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent. Scientists believe that one mechanism of action of Dong Quai is to promote natural progesterone synthesis. Progesterone (to be discussed in more detail later) is another hormone whose production declines at menopause.

Progesterone may be more important than estrogen for preventing and treating osteoporosis because progesterone is directly involved in the production of bone-forming cells called osteoblasts. Many menopausal women use a topical natural progesterone cream to provide for direct absorption of progesterone into the bloodstream. Beware of commercial Dong Quai root supplements that contain too much active ingredient (i.e., 250-535 mg of Dong Quai per capsule). This dose is too high and not necessary when taking other hormone-modulating plant extracts such as black cohosh, soy phytoestrogens, glycyrrhetic acid, etc. because it can be toxic. A balanced herbal formula should not contain more than 50 mg of Dong Quai in the recommended daily dose.

Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue, or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children.

WARNING: Do not take while pregnant or during heavy menstrual flow.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease