Astragalus

Astragalus membranaceus

Astragalus is an herb that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. In the east, astragalus is referred to as an adaptogen. This means that it helps the body to adapt to resist the effects of stress and recover from disease.*

It has many purported health benefits, including immune-boosting, anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effects.*

Astragalus is believed to prolong life and used to treat a wide variety of ailments, such as fatigue, allergies, heart disease, diabetes and other conditions.

Astragalus may help enhance your immune system to prevent and fight bacterial and viral infections, including the common cold.

Though research findings are mixed, astragalus may help improve heart function in patients with heart failure and reduce symptoms of myocarditis.

Some studies suggest that astragalus may help improve kidney function in those with kidney disease. It may also prevent infections in those with reduced kidney function.

Astragalus root belongs to the bean family of plants. The powdered root, which tastes slightly sweet, is sprinkled on hot foods and blended into beverages.

Active Compounds: Numerous Saponins, Including Astragaloside, flavonoids, Polysaccharides, Minerals, Amino acids, Coumarins, Triterpene glycosides, Asparagine, Calycosin, Formononetin, Kumatakenin, Sterols.

Precautions: May increase or diminish the effects of pharmaceutical drugs. Check with your doctor if you have diabetes or other chronic condition for which you take medications.