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Angelica Root Review – 8 Things You Should Know Before You Buy

By Sasha de Beausset Aparicio, MSc

Reviewed by Rebecca Williams, MD, MA, MB, BChir

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Evidence Based | Facts | What's Inside? | Claims | Cautions | Cost | How To Take | Conclusion

Angelica Root is an organic herbal dietary supplement based on the benefits of Angelica root (Angelica Archangelica). The manufacturer Nature’s Answer mentions no clear benefits or ailment claims for the formula. Angelica is used as oil, in tinctures and other extracts for a broad range of health conditions which we will detail in the following sections. However, there is little research based evidence to medicinally endorse its use.According to the producer, this liquid extract is obtained using alcohol, water and coconut glycerin and by utilizing a cold bio-chelating extraction process.

Nature’s Answer claims to be one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of liquid herbal extracts in America. The company was founded in 1972 and currently supplies a broad spectrum of liquid extracts from plants, vitamins, minerals, homeopathic products, oils and herbal capsules.

Facts

1) Angelica Root Quick Facts

Angelica Root is a liquid extract from the root of the Angelica plant. The formula is Kosher.Angelica is used to assist with a wide range of ailments including gas, arthritis, blood circulation disorders, emotional instability, headaches, anxiety disorders (panic attacks, etc.), fear, depression, general indigestion, stress, exhaustion, and sleep disturbances. The plant is generally found in combinations with other herbal extracts to serve as treatment for certain conditions. For instance, when combined with with Korean Ginseng it is benefits erectile dysfunctions in men, and when combined with Black Cohosh it is beneficial against PMS symptoms.

Little scientific research is available on Angelica, hence there is not enough information to know if it is safe for all consumers and in what amounts.

What’s Inside?

2) What’s Inside Angelica Root?

Angelica Root contains the following ingredients: Angelica root fluid extract (1:1), USP purified water, coconut glycerin, and 12-15% certified organic alcohol.

3) Is Angelica Root Right for You?

Angelica Root features an extract of the Angelica herb (Angelica Archangelica), which belongs to the parsley family. It is commonly prescribed as a naturopathic remedy; however, caution is advised since it can produce serious side effects if prepared incorrectly.

Although little research exists to back up the benefit claims of Angelica, the plant is widely used for numerous health benefits. These include PMS and menopause symptoms (hot flashes, mood swings, etc. ), strengthens the heart, lungs and other vital internal organs, relieves stomach pain and helps with indigestion, flatulence, and colic among others. As a mixture of other plants, it may support the health of the reproductive system (with Milk Thistle and Chasteberry), exhaustion and prevent diarrhea (mixed with Astragalus) and erectile dysfunction (mixed with Korean Ginseng).

Additionally, Angelica has been prescribed to assist with emotional imbalances, stress, anxiety disorders or depression symptoms. Health concerns exist in the case of pregnant women since Angelica has been known to induce miscarriages. Use should be avoided by expecting women.

The recommended daily dose is 2-4 ml (approx. 56-112 drops) taken three times in a small amount of water. There is a very limited number of consumer testimonials referencing Angelica Root, irrelevant to any conclusion towards the formula’s Effectiveness.

Claims

4) Angelica Root Claims

  • Liquid extract for a faster absorption and increased potency
  • A 30 day money-back guarantee is available in the case the product is purchased directly from the manufacturer
  • Organic alcohol extract

Cautions

5) What You Need to Know Before Taking Angelica Root

  • Limited number of consumer testimonials makes it impossible to know if it is effective and to what extent
  • Not suited for pregnant and nursing women
  • Limited research on the core active ingredient, the Angelica Root

Cost

6) Angelica Root Cost

The formula is available in bottles of one or two ounces. A two-ounce bottle (60 ml) includes roughly 15 servings and costs $20. A month’s supply may hence cost you as much as $40 which are a slightly lower price than those of competitor products. In case you should benefit from a price discount or some promotional offer, the monthly rate may decrease to as much as 50% from its face value. The formula can be purchased from different online and offline retailers. All company products are subject to an unconditional 30-days money back guarantee, applicable only to products purchased from the manufacturer’s website.

How To Take

7) How to Take Angelica Root

Angelica Root has received a limited number of consumer reviews, not enough to lead to a conclusion to whether it works or not. The suggested daily dose for adults is 2-4 ml (approx. 56-112 drops) taken 3 times in a small amount of water.

Conclusion

8) Conclusion

Herbal medicine is enjoying great popularity today, in a context where natural products (irrespective of the applicability domain) are favored to others. Angelica Root is an organic liquid extract, advertised as a potent and easily absorbable formulation. A downside to this product is the fact that the manufacturer mentions no benefits or makes no ailment claims. External research reveals that Angelica Root has multiple health benefits, from indigestion to stress. However few to none are supported by actual evidence. This is why we highly recommend that after doing your research you talk to a specialist and decide if this is a suited alternative treatment.

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Melanie Carlile

I slip in a few drops in my morning tea. I find it relaxing and I enjoy the pleasant aroma.