Ingredient Spotlight

Szechuan Lovage Root / Chuan Xiong

Traditionally supports: Menstrual harmony, Natural circulation flow , Tension easy , and Everyday comfort

How It's Used

In Chinese herbal traditions, Szechuan Lovage Root is cherished for its ability to invigorate blood, support the smooth flow of energy, and promote natural harmony. Its properties are used to encourage balance and ease throughout the body.

In Western herbal practices, Szechuan Lovage Root is appreciated for its supportive role in maintaining natural blood flow and encouraging vitality. Its versatile qualities make it a valued herb for promoting overall well-being and balance.

Fun Fact: A member of the carrot family, Szechuan Lovage Root has been cultivated for centuries in China and Korea. Known for its rich history and versatility, it grows wild and remains one of the most beloved herbs in traditional practices.

How we use it “In Chinese medicine, when we use herbs to generate new blood, we always use herbs that move the blood in order to prevent cloying and sticking. This is one of my favorite herbs to use in this manner.”

- Lulu Ge, Founder

What the research says.

Proven by 681 studies(and counting), doctors of all backgrounds can finally agree on the healing properties of this powerful herb.

Traditional Chinese medicine Bak Foong Pills alters uterine quiescence e Possible role in alleviation of dysmenorrhoeal symptoms

Szechuan Lovage Root reduces uterine spasms through tetramethylpyrazi

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Anti-inflammatory ligustilides from Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort

Szechuan Lovage Root protects cell integrity and reduces inflammation by inhibiting LPS-induced NO

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Comparative analgesic effect of Ligusticum chuanxiong pieces and its products in mice

Szechuan Lovage Root contains phthalides and alkaloids which have anti-cerebral ischemia, anti myocardial ischemia, antithrombotic and anti atherosclerosis properties.

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Effect on platelet aggregation activity: extracts from 31 Traditional Chinese Medicines with the property of activating blood and resolving stasis

Szechuan Lovage Root demonstrates a anti-platelet aggregation that is induced by 5’-diphosphate (ADP), thrombin (THR), and platelet arachidonic acid (AA).

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