| Astragalus Related Terms: Astragalus Membranaceus, Astragalus Extract, Astragalus (Huang-Qi)
Astragalus
root has been used as one of the primary immune boosters in China for many
centuries. It is also known as milk vetch root, huang-qi and bok kay. Astragalus herb is an adaptogen, that
is, it has a balancing effect on bodily functions. In China, it is considered a
Qi tonic. Traditionally, this wonderful herb is used as a Chi (life force) tonic
and energy tonic and may be used to stimulate immune function, improve
circulation, beneficial effects in colds and flu, increase
energy, alleviate
acute conditions, cleanse liver and kidneys, strengthen digestion, balance blood
pressure, and benefit degenerative Malfunction of mind or bodys. Some of the known active
components include flavonoids, alkaloid, monosaccharides, polysaccharides, free
amino acids, trace minerals (including selenium, zinc, iron, etc) and
polyphenols.
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Astragalus
increases the energy and Enhances to fight against weakness and problem. Astragalus
(Astragalus membranaceus) herb is very well reputed for the Favorable Effects of
frequent colds, chronic
lung weakness, shortness of breath, weak digestion, general weakness or fatigue,
lack of appetite, diabetes,
organ prolapse, nephritis, stomach An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive tracks, and it is also known as a liver
protectant and heart tonic.
Astragalus Research Summary:
Studies have confirmed that astragalus contains medicinally active compounds,
including a polysaccharide that stimulates the immune. Another
study proved that astragalus is very helpful in boosting immune response. In
China, after drug or radiation Favorable Effects astragalus is taken by Long standing problems patients
to enhance immunity. Astragalus (Bok Kay) may protect body cells against
chemical toxins and heavy metals. Astragalus is a good source of the essential
trace mineral selenium. It can boosts the effects when it is combined in formulas with
ginseng and other
Chinese herbs. Astragalus (Huang-Qi) is one of the most valuable tonics; it
neutralizes fevers, improves digestion and acts as a valuable increased urination.
In the United States, studies have shown that astragalus can increase T-cell
counts that may Enhance improve immunity function in Long standing problems patients. National
Long standing problems Institute researchers are trying to explore more medical benefits of
astragalus, including the Favorable Effects of Hepatitis, AIDS.
Researches in China have indicated that astragalus may offer antioxidant
benefits in people with severe forms of heart problem, relieving symptoms and
improving heart function. Some more studies have suggested that astragalus is
very beneficial for immune function and also improve survival in some people
with Long standing problems.
Astragalus Benefits:
- Improve immunity function
- Increase T-cell counts
- Improve circulation
- Alleviate acute conditions
- Works as an antioxidant
- Balances blood pressure
- Source of essential trace mineral
- Used as an energy tonic
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Beneficial effects in colds and flu
- Acts as a valuable increased urination
Side Effects
No adverse side effects have been reported in any of the studies
Recommended For
immune function, Problem created due to harmful organism, cardiac arrest, cardiac
arrest, hepatitis, alleviates acute conditions; cleanse liver and kidneys,
diabetes, organ prolapse, nephritis, stomach An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive tracks
Astragalus Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children
It is not recommended for use during acute, feverish conditions
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional
before using this product |