Astragalus membranaceus is the most famous genuine herb. There are wild and cultivated raw material in Inner Mongolia province of China. It has been used as a traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to boost the human beings' immune system. Nowadays, it has gained the popularity all over the world.
 

Astragalus membranaceus
 

Astragalus membranaceus root is mainly used not only to treat but also prevent diseases.the root contains numerous health-promoting substances,one of which is polysaccharides,which is a class of carbohydrates which are responsible for this herbal's immune enhancing effects.other substances are saponins,astragalosides, flavonoids and triterpenes.

Functions and Applications of Astragalus Extract:

1) Astragalus is a health tonic to enhance men’s overall health by improving resistance to disease, increasing your stamina and vitality and promotes general well being. This herbal supplement is also an adaptogen,which means that it will greatly increase your body's resistance to stress,trauma, anxiety and fatigue.

2) Astragalus has antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.it is especially effective in treating and preventing the common cold,flu,sinus infections and bronchitis as it prevents viruses from gaining a foothold in the respiratory system.Just like echinacea purpurea extract, astragalus extract can stop a disease from the onset of the first symptoms. If a disease develops, astragalus can shorten the duration of the disease and lessen the severity of symptoms.

3) It has antioxidant properties, which means that it can protect your body from cell damage caused by free radicals.recent research indicates that astragalus may offer antioxidant benefits in people who suffer from heart disease, relieving symptoms and improving heart function.

4) People undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer will benefit greatly from using astragalus as this herb rebuilds their immune systems and helps to repair damage caused by cancer treatments. Using astragalus will also protect bone marrow from the immune-suppressing effects of chemotherapy and radiation. this herb is also used to assist the body’s production of T cells, macrophages, natural killer cells, interferon and other immune cells as these cells are often destroyed by chemotherapy and radiation.

5) Astragalus root may also help reduce high cholesterol levels and regulate blood pressure by widening blood vessels and improving blood circulation.

6) This herb can aid digestion by inhibiting gastric secretions and reducing gastric acid, which makes astragalus helpful in curing stomach ulcers.

7) Ongoing research is being conducted into the use of astragalus to treat HIV and other autoimmune diseases such as lupus.

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