Evidence supporting the use of: Angelica
For the health condition: Nervousness

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Synopsis

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

Angelica (Angelica archangelica) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in European and Asian healing systems. Its use for nervousness, anxiety, and related symptoms is primarily rooted in traditional practices rather than strong scientific evidence. Historically, Angelica has been considered a calming herb, thought to "strengthen the nerves" and relieve nervous exhaustion, restlessness, and mild anxiety. This reputation is reflected in classic herbal texts where Angelica is recommended as a tonic for the nervous system, often in the context of general debility or as a remedy for people suffering from stress-related digestive complaints.

Contemporary herbalists may still recommend Angelica for nervousness based on this tradition, sometimes combining it with other calming herbs like valerian or chamomile. However, scientific research specifically investigating Angelica's effects on nervousness or anxiety in humans is limited. While some laboratory studies have explored Angelica's phytochemical constituents (such as essential oils and coumarins) for possible sedative or anxiolytic effects, robust clinical trials are lacking. Therefore, its use for nervousness is justified primarily by tradition, with a low to moderate level of supporting evidence.

In summary, Angelica is traditionally used for nervousness, but there is insufficient scientific validation to strongly support this use.

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