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Astragalus

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Milkvetch
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Astragalus membranaceusAstragalus propinquus

Description: Astragalus is a perennial plant native to northern China and Mongolia. It is from fabaceae family. Its dried root is used medicinal purposes; specially to tone immune system.

Oral Uses

  • Immune system support RatingRatingRatingRating

    Astragalus enhances immune system; prevents infection. Take 10-15 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Common cold RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an adaptogen and antiviral; enhances immune system; fights infection. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Common cold prevention RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an adaptogen; enhances immune system; used for prevention and treatment. Take 10-15 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Influenza RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an adaptogen and an antiviral; enhances immune system; fights infection. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Aplastic anemia RatingRating

    Astragalus balances immune system; prevents infection. Take 10-20 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Chemotherapy support RatingRating

    Astragalus is an adaptogen; enhances immune system; prevents infection; reduces lack of appetite induced by chemotherapy. Take 10-15 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Cold sores RatingRating

    Astragalus is an antiviral; enhances immune system; alleviates symptoms. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Immune enhancer RatingRatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an immune enhancer; enhances immune system. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Adaptogen RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an adaptogen; increases stress resistance. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-infectious RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an anti-infectious; fights infection. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antiviral RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is an antiviral; fights virus. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Diuretic RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Tonic RatingRatingRating

    Astragalus is a tonic; enhances energy and tones the body. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Adrenal tonic RatingRating

    Astragalus is a adrenal tonic; strengthens adrenals. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. In sensitive people astragalus may cause stomach upset or allergic reactions. The safety for pregnant or breast-feeding women, for children and for people with kidney or liver disease is unknown. Do not use astragalus if you are on immunosuppressant drugs.

Available Forms

Astragalus is available in tablet, capsule, tincture, injection, tea, powder and bulk form.

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