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In Chinese Medicine angina can be treated by three herbs that we have on record. Here is the list below.
Acupuncture points used for angina
The three Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat angina
Why might Snake Gourd (Gua Lou) help with angina?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat angina as can be seen on Snake Gourd's page.
Snake Gourds is a Cold herb that tastes Sweet. It targets the Large intestine, the Lung and the Stomach.
Its main actions are: Clears Phlegm-Heat conditions with thick difficult to expectorate sputum. Regulates the Qi of the chest and relieves constriction and swellings of the chest and Lungs. Lubricates the Intestines.
Why might Ginkgo Leaf (Yin Xing Ye) help with angina?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat angina as can be seen on Ginkgo Leaf's page.
Ginkgo Leaves is a Neutral herb that tastes Bitter and Sweet. It targets the Heart and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Assists the Lung Qi, eases dyspnea and stops coughing. Activates Blood circulation and eliminates Blood stasis. Eases pains.
Why might Red Sage Root (Dan Shen) help with angina?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat angina as can be seen on Red Sage Root's page.
Red Sage Roots is a Cool herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Heart and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Invigorates the Blood, breaks up Stasis and eases pain. Clears Heat and calms restlessness.
Other symptoms often associated with angina
Coughing Dyspnea Hyperlipidemia Irregular menstruation Amenorrhea Dysmenorrhea Chest pain Rheumatoid arthritis Hepatosplenomegaly Restlessness