Astragalus Health Benefits

Astragalus is a stapled name in Chinese traditional medicine. Our predecessors used this herb for centuries if not for millennia. Moreover, astragalus is included in the list of top 50 Chinese traditional medicine fundamental herbs. It is even sometimes called Chinese Ginseng or Huang Qi. For a broader selection of health-boosting herbs, check out our All Products.

Its benefits are almost countless, and traditionally in China, astragalus was used for better improvement of the outflow of pus and acceleration of tissue regeneration processes during suppuration processes on the skin. In Korean traditional medicine, astragalus is traditionally used to accelerate the growth of a child. For more herbal options to support your immune system, visit our Immune Support category.

What Is Astragalus and How It Is Used in Healthcare and Traditional Medicine

Astragalus herb unites over 2,000 species while in medicine, two of them are widely used. These are Astragalus membranaceus and Astragalus mongholicus. This plant belongs to the family of Fabaceae with the relatives among lentils. The origin of this species is in South-Eastern Asia, and in 1952, astragalus was brought to North America. For a decade, it was not popular among Americans but with the growth of interest in traditional Asian medicine in the 1960s, astragalus was highly appreciated for its amazingly wide scope of application for health improvements.

Traditional medicine actively uses astragalus root which is picked, dried, and then extracted to be used in various forms including pure extracts, tinctures, herbal teas, capsules, or powder. Its application includes multiple health issues.

The Main Health Benefits Astragalus Provides You With

Astragalus is not still a fully researched plant. But since ancient times, its benefits have been described in medical manuscripts with the focus on the following impact this plant provides the human body with.

Immunity Strengthening

Astragalus is among the most powerful immune system modulators. Chinese medicine proves that astragalus boosts live energy and protects the body from flu and other respiratory infections. At once, scientific research discovered the antivirus properties of astragalus and considers it to be a powerful adaptogen. This means Astragalus helps the body to withstand stresses and diseases and maintains the body's balance.

Energizing Effects

Astragalus along with ginseng or fenugreek are great energizing herbs. It can help you increase stamina and boost your energy levels to withstand constant fatigue and stressful factors. For additional energy-boosting solutions, check out our Stress Support category.

Heart Functions Protection

One more proven benefit of astragalus is that it strengthens heart functions. Studies proved that patients taking astragalus have their blood vessels improved and increased amount of blood pumped from their hearts. Some studies also say that astragalus due to its anti-inflammatory impact can reduce myocarditis symptoms and prevent heart diseases caused by inflammation.

Positive Impact on Lungs

As well as the cardiovascular system, your lungs may be enforced by regular intake of astragalus. It helps maintain healthy blood circulation in the lungs and improves their functions.

Overall Positive Impact on Blood Circulation

The main feature of the astragalus herb is its benefits for blood circulation and saturation with oxygen and helpful substances. As a result, regular intake of astragalus extract provides multiple improvements as follows:

• Skin health improvements due to better blood circulation;
• Blood sugar levels adjustments to make it lower;
• Kidney health improvements due to better blood flow;
• Better adaptation to cancer treatment and anti-cancer impact on cells boosting their programmed death. For a deeper dive into products related to this, check out our Cleanse and Detoxify category.

How to Take Astragalus Tincture

The best astragalus supplement is its pure root extract mixed in a tincture. It is easy to consume and provides maximum effectiveness if taken properly. The recommendation for this herbal tincture intake is as follows:

• Taking no more than 2.5 ml daily is allowed (app. 50 drops)
  
• Divide your intake into 3 times
• Drink the tincture with a glass of water
• Take it regularly for up to 4 months to get the maximum effect.

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Summaries

Astragalus is often called ‘the Royal Root’ and that’s not occasionally. This herb’s impact on the blood system, its immunity-boosting properties and the help in stress toleration make it a miraculous treatment for multiple health issues. You can improve your health with it or strengthen your body and acquire more life energy. The secret is, that you need a reliable astragalus root extract producer as only high-quality herbs are effective.

The Best-Quality Astragalus Tincture Is Available in Stock

In Pura Herba, you can get the best-quality astragalus tincture made of herb roots grown in the manufacturer’s facilities under the supervision of the best herbalists in the US. The tincture is fully GMO-free, and vegan-friendly, and it provides all the declared properties and health improvements. Just take this extract and enjoy the boost of energy and blood circulation full of Qi, the life energy.

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