Astragalus - 60-70g Powder

With a long and enduring history in Chinese Medicine, Astragalus is known as a premier Qi tonic. Qi is simply defined as the vital life force that flows in our bodies, thus a qi tonic provides protection or a conceptual “shield” which serves as a primary defence mechanism against pernicious threats to the system .

Astragalus is traditionally used to tonify the lungs and is used in cases of frequent immunological disorders. This amazing root is also used for shortness of breath, seasonal allergies, heart conditions, kidney disease, night sweats, chronic ulcerations and sores, numbness and finally paralysis of the limbs.

The main constituents of the root are saponins, polysaccharides, isoflavonoids, and free amino acids. Of notable interest are isolated compounds only found in astragalus called Astragalosides - Astragalosides IV being the most powerful.

Astragalus is known as a potent immune boosting herb and disease fighter. It is an immunostimulating that can increase white blood cell count and stimulate the production of antibodies, this builds up bodily resistance to viruses and bacteria.

Astragalus' flavonoids and astragaloside IV increase cell-mediated immunity which increases the number of T-helper cells, and stimulates macrophage and natural killer cell activity - thus enhancing both cellular and humoral immune responses.

Astragaloside IV and cycloastragenol have been extensively studied for their benefits in reversing cell damage and in activating telomerase, this addresses telomere shortening and slows down cellular aging. Astragalus has notable cardioprotective effects, helping to prevent plaque build-up in the arteries, narrowing of the blood vessel walls and reducing blood pressure.

Various studies have also validated astragalus' use for treating maladies such as chronic fatigue, diabetes, chronic asthma, kidney health and as an adjunct treatment for chemotherapy patients - helping common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and bone marrow suppression.

Traditionally used as a medicine best used in conjunction with other herbal medicines – it is a perfect foundational medicine which will heighten the benefits of other medicines, with specific attention to immune boosting herbs and mushrooms.

Powder: Astragalus membranaceus

1 tsp – 1-3 x a day

Adaptogen

Use up to 4 months depending on condition at a higher dose

Lower for maintenance dose

Qi herb - effective in the morning to boost Qi *stomach Qi

Sweet taste