Evidence supporting the use of: Fragrant Angelica
For the health condition: Blood Poisoning

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Fragrant Angelica (Angelica dahurica) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is known as "Bai Zhi." In TCM, Bai Zhi is often used for conditions involving "heat" and "toxicity," which may include skin infections, abscesses, and boils—sometimes described in English as "blood poisoning" or sepsis. The herb is traditionally believed to help "expel wind," "drain pus," and alleviate pain, and is included in classical herbal formulas aimed at treating infected wounds and skin lesions.

However, scientific validation for the use of Fragrant Angelica in the treatment of true blood poisoning (sepsis) is very limited. Some studies have identified anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial properties in extracts of Angelica dahurica, but these have typically been in vitro (test tube) or animal studies and do not directly translate to clinical efficacy for sepsis or systemic infections in humans. There is no robust clinical evidence or randomized controlled trials supporting its use for blood poisoning in modern medicine.

In summary, the association between Fragrant Angelica and the treatment of blood poisoning is primarily based on traditional use rather than scientific proof. The available evidence does not meet the standards required for modern clinical endorsement, and its use for serious conditions like sepsis should not replace proven medical therapies.

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