Categories: Herbs

Dang Shen

Also Known As:

Bastard Ginseng, Bellflower, Bonnet Bellflower, Dangshen, Radix Codonopsis.
Codonopsis pilosula; Codonopsis pilosula modesta; Codonopsis tangsheng; Codonopsis tubulosa; other Codonopsis species.
Family: Campanulaceae.
CAUTION: See separate listings for Ashwaganda, Blue Cohosh, Canaigre, Ginseng American, Ginseng Panax, and Ginseng Siberian.

Dang Shen

Properties: SWEET – NEUTRAL

Dosage: 9-30g.

Codonopsis

Meridian: LUNG, SPLEEN

Root

-mild form or Ren Shen

-Poor Mans Ginseng

-Tonify middle burner, strengthen Qi, nourish fluids, tonify lungs

Also Used For:

Orally, Dang Shen / Codonopsis is used to treat HIV infection and as a protective adjuvant to radiotherapy in cancer treatment.
Codonopsis has been studied as a component of an herbal mixture for minimal brain dysfunction.
Also In Chinese Medicine, Dang Shen / Codonopsis is used as a substitute for ginseng; in tonic formulas; to stimulate the immune system and replenish qi (Chi, vital energy); and for weakness, anorexia, chronic diarrhea, dyspnea, palpitations, asthma, cough, thirst, diabetes, and spleen and blood deficiencies.

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Lorna McFadden, DCH

I have been a certified dental assistant for the past 16 years. Over that time I have been interested in many of the healing arts. In 1993, I became a reflexologist and continued to study other forms of alternative health. My passion for Homeopathy began when I was treated by a homeopath in 1998. I really resonated with the philosophy and treatment of homeopathy. Only after a few consultations I knew I had to become involved and help heal others. With restored health and a great deal of energy, I am driven to study this wonderful healing art. I have successfully completed the first milestone in my homeopathic career by graduating from the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy. I hope to write my Certification of Classical Homeopathy in the next few years. I am a member of the West Coast Homeopathic Society and regularly attend study sessions to stay updated and educated. I also attend local trade shows and educate the public on Homeopathy. I am recently married and reside in Langley with two cats and a golden retriever named Montana. My animals are wonderful homeopathic patients.