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Chuan Xiong (Szechuan Lovage Root) – Promote Blood Flow & Ease Pain | 100% Natural, GMP-Certified TCM Herb Activate your circulation and relieve pain the traditional way with Chuan Xiong, one of the most essent…

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Chuan Xiong (Szechuan Lovage Root) – Promote Blood Flow & Ease Pain | 100% Natural, GMP-Certified TCM Herb

Activate your circulation and relieve pain the traditional way with Chuan Xiong, one of the most essential herbs in Chinese herbal medicine. Known as Szechuan Lovage Root, Chuan Xiong invigorates the blood, disperses wind, and alleviates pain—making it a go-to herb for headaches, menstrual discomfort, and trauma recovery. Ethically grown and GMP-certified, our Chuan Xiong is ideal for teas, decoctions, and tinctures that deliver powerful, time-tested results.


Health Benefit Mechanism of Action Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Perspective PubMed Research Articles
Enhances Blood Circulation Contains active compounds like ligustilide and tetramethylpyrazine that promote vasodilation and inhibit platelet aggregation, improving blood flow. Invigorates blood and promotes Qi movement, addressing blood stasis and Qi stagnation. A systematic review on the rhizome of Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort.
Alleviates Headaches and Migraines Exhibits anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, modulating neurotransmitters and reducing neuroinflammation associated with headaches. Dispels wind and alleviates pain, particularly effective for headaches caused by wind-cold or wind-heat invasion. Anti-Migraine Effect of the Herbal Combination of Chuanxiong Rhizoma and Cyperi Rhizoma
Supports Cardiovascular Health Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects protect against atherosclerosis and ischemia-reperfusion injury, contributing to overall heart health. Regulates blood and Qi, harmonizing the heart meridian to prevent cardiovascular disorders. Cardiovascular Actions and Therapeutic Potential of Tetramethylpyrazine
Neuroprotective Effects Promotes neurogenesis and inhibits inflammation in the hippocampus, aiding in recovery from cerebral ischemia and protecting against neurodegenerative diseases. Calms the spirit and nourishes the brain, addressing conditions related to Shen (mind) disturbances. Ligusticum chuanxiong exerts neuroprotection by promoting adult neurogenesis and inhibiting inflammation
Anti-Inflammatory Properties Active constituents like ferulic acid and senkyunolide A reduce the production of inflammatory mediators, alleviating conditions like arthritis and other inflammatory diseases. Clears heat and eliminates toxins, reducing internal heat and inflammation. Chemical constituents of Ligusticum chuanxiong and their anti-inflammation activities
Hepatoprotective Effects Organic acids in Chuan Xiong modulate signaling pathways like Toll-like receptor and NOD-like receptor pathways, protecting liver cells from damage and promoting liver health. Harmonizes liver Qi and alleviates liver Qi stagnation, supporting liver function and detoxification. Research on the effectiveness and material basis of Ligusticum chuanxiong in alleviating liver injury
Alleviates Neuropathic Pain Modulates key proteins and signaling pathways involved in pain perception, reducing neuropathic pain symptoms. Dispels wind-dampness and unblocks channels, addressing pain associated with obstruction of meridians. Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. Ameliorates Neuropathic Pain by Regulating Microglial M1 Polarization
Anti-Neuroinflammatory Effects Essential oils from Chuan Xiong inhibit the NF-κB signaling pathway, reducing neuroinflammation and potentially benefiting conditions like migraines. Calms the liver and extinguishes wind, addressing internal wind that can lead to neurological symptoms. Essential oil from Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. Alleviates lipopolysaccharide-induced neuroinflammation
Enhances Drug Delivery to the Brain Facilitates the delivery of co-administered compounds to brain tissue, enhancing therapeutic effects on neurological conditions. Guides other herbs to the head region, enhancing their effects on brain-related conditions. Insight of "Yin-Jing" medical property of Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort.
Potential Herb-Drug Interactions Influences the pharmacokinetics of drugs like warfarin, potentially altering their efficacy and safety profiles. Caution advised when combining with certain medications due to its potent blood-invigorating properties. The effects of Chuanxiong on the pharmacokinetics of warfarin in rats

Note: The information provided is for educational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new herbal regimen.

Common Name: Ligusticum

Botanical Name: Ligusticum chuanxiong (wallichii) rhizome

Channels/Meridians: Liver, Gallbladder

Pin Yin Name:  Chuan Xiong

Other Names: Ligusticum Rhizome

Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.

Package Size:  One Pound (1lb)

Form: Cut / Sliced, Lab-Tested

Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.

Origin: China

Brand:  Nuherbs

Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

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Benefits of Szechuan Lovage Root

  • One of the most import ingredients for gynecological disorders that is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
  • Promotes blood circulation
  • Temporary relief of headaches
  • Invigorate Blood
  • Removes Stagnation
  • Excels Wind and Alleviates Pain

Properties:  Spicy, Warm

Herb Category:  Herbs that Invigorate Blood and Remove Stagnation

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Each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by in-house lab and independent third party lab. In-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatograph, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc.

In addition, the following additional tests are performed:

  • Microbacteria
  • Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen)
  • Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic 

Herbal Information for Ligusticum in Sliced Form

References:  
http://www.shen-nong.com/eng/herbal/chuanxiong.html
https://www.whiterabbitinstituteofhealing.com/herbs/ligusticum/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29486278/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/biochemistry-genetics-and-molecular-biology/ligusticum-chuanxiong
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/ChuanXiong.html

Ligusticum (Chuan Xiong) - Lab Tested Sliced 1 lb - Nuherbs

$28.99