Evidence supporting the use of: Korean Angelica
For the health condition: Dizziness

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Korean Angelica (Angelica gigas Nakai) has a longstanding history of use in traditional Korean and Chinese medicine. It is commonly used in formulations to support blood circulation, address fatigue, and treat symptoms such as dizziness, particularly when attributed to "blood deficiency" or poor circulation within the context of traditional medicine theories. The root, known as Dang Gui in Chinese medicine (though Angelica sinensis is more widely referenced with this name), is believed to nourish and invigorate the blood, which practitioners claim helps alleviate dizziness and related symptoms.

However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. While some laboratory studies suggest that bioactive compounds in Angelica gigas may have neuroprotective, vasodilatory, and circulatory effects, direct clinical evidence supporting its efficacy for treating dizziness in humans is lacking. Most available research focuses on other potential benefits, such as anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties, rather than dizziness specifically. Systematic reviews and clinical trials addressing dizziness as a primary endpoint are scarce or nonexistent.

In summary, the use of Korean Angelica for dizziness rests largely on traditional medical rationale rather than robust scientific evidence. Its role in traditional medicine acknowledges and supports its use for this condition, but scientific studies have yet to provide strong confirmation of efficacy.

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