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      Astragalus root information

      Chinese herbal medicine practitioners most commonly use Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) as a general tonic and specifically for boosting the immune system.

      Astragalus can be used for:

      General immune boosting

      Treating colds and flu

      Angina

      Hepatitus

      Kidney & bladder infections

      Alzheimer's disease

      Chemotherapy support

      Antitumour

      There is plenty of research on Astragalus click her to find out more

      Side effects and contraindications

      Astragalus is considered safe for most adults. Its possible side effects are not well known because astragalus is generally used in combination with other herbs. It may interact with medications that suppress the immune system, such as the drugs taken by some cancer patients and similar drugs taken by organ transplant recipients.

      It is generally advised that pregnant women should always check with their herbal practitioner before taking herbal remedies.

      Active Compounds:  

      Astragalus contains numerous components, including asparagine, calycosin, choline, betaine, flavonoids, polysaccharides, triterpene glycosides (e.g., astragalosides I-VII), amino acids, and trace minerals.

      What Chinese Medicine says about Astragalus

      Chinese Medicine defines Astragalus as a 'Qi Tonic' that tonifies the Wei Qi, the part of the Yang that circulates just below the skin surface

      It also tonifies Spleen Qi strengthening digestion improving metabolism, increasing appetite and treating diarrhea.

      In traditional Chinese medicine and Western clinical herbal medicine, astragalus is usually used in combination with other herbal remedies and is very seldom used as a single herbal treatment.

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