Dong Quai Root Powder, 1 lb. May have a tranquilizing effect on the central nervous system and nourishes the brain cells, blood, may lubricate the intestines and promotes the growth of the womb, strengthens all internal body organs and muscles. Could help rebuild the blood, dissolve blood clots and loosen tight muscles. Contains: Vitamin A, B12, and E. Often called "the female ginseng." Though dong quai has no specific hormonal action, it may exert a regulating and normalizing influence on hormonal production through its positive action on the liver and endocrine system. It has a sweet and unusually thick pungent taste and is warming and moistening to the body. Chinese angelica is taken in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a tonic for "deficient blood" conditions, anemia and for the symptoms of anemia due to blood loss, pale complexion, palpitations, and lowered vitality. Chinese angelica regulates the menstrual cycle, relieves menstrual pains and cramps and is a tonic for women with heavy menstrual bleeding who risk becoming anemic. Since it also stimulates menstrual bleeding, other tonic herbs, such as nettle, are best taken during menstruation if the flow is heavy. It is also a uterine tonic and helps infertility. Chinese angelica is a "warming" herb, improving the circulation to the abdomen and to the hands and feet. It strengthens the digestion and it also is useful in the treatment of abscesses and boils.