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Simple Herbal Extracts | Tienchi Ginseng

Name	Tienchi Ginseng
Botanical Name	Panax pseudoginseng notoginseng
Part Used	aerial parts
Contraindications	Blood thinning medications*
Traditional Information*	An important remedy in Chinese medicine. It increases cardiac blood flow and decreases myocardial oxygen consumption, so it is useful for angina pain and congestive heart failure. It has a paradoxical effect in that it moves stagnant blood (bruises) but also stops bleeding both topically and internally.

Herbal Therapeutics Research Library, David Winston (RH) AHG

*Disclaimer: The information on historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a professional health care advisor.