How to use Astragalus and Angelica to replenish qi and blood

Methods of using Astragalus and Angelica to replenish qi and blood include decocting with water, powdering with water and so on. Decoction with water is the more common method, which is easily absorbed and utilized by the body, while powdering astragalus and angelica and taking it with lukewarm water, which is more convenient to use. Astragalus has the effects of tonifying qi and elevating yang (replenishing qi so that yang qi rises), consolidating the surface and stopping sweating (stopping sweating by consolidating the muscle surface), and generating fluids and nourishing blood (replenishing the body’s fluids and blood). It is used in treating the sinking of middle qi (deficiency of qi in the spleen and stomach, with manifestations such as falling of the internal organs), blood in the stool and leakage (excessive menstrual flow or dripping), and blood deficiency and atrophy, etc. It is also used in treating the symptoms of solid and yin. However, it should be noted that it is contraindicated for those with solid symptoms and yin and yang deficiency. Angelica sinensis, with the effect of tonifying and invigorating blood, regulating menstruation and relieving pain (regulating menstruation and relieving menstrual pain), moistening the intestines and relaxing the bowels. It is used for blood deficiency, dizziness and palpitations (rapid heartbeat, often accompanied by panic), irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and bruises. However, it should be noted that dampness obstruction in fullness and loose stools should be taken with caution. In order to replenish qi and blood, people with qi and blood deficiencies need to actively consult a doctor, not self-medication, but under the guidance of a physician’s visit, according to the norms of qi and blood replenishment with astragalus and angelica.