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Astragalus Herb:-

Introduction:-

This factsheet provides basic information about the herba plant or part of a plant used for flavor, odor, or potential therapeutic properties. Includes flowers, leaves, bark, fruits, seeds, stems and roots. Astragalus-common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information. Native to China, astragalus has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medical Cinea whole medical system that originated in China. It is based on the concept that disease results from disturbances in the flow of qi and imbalance in the forces of yin and yang. Practices such as herbs, meditation, massage, and acupuncture seek to aid healing by restoring the yin-yang balance and the flow of Qi .. In the United States, the herb popular in the 1980s. There are more than 2000 species of Astragalus, but the two related species Astragalus membranaceus and Astragalus mongholicus are the ones mainly used for medical purposes.

Common Name:-
astragalus, bei qi, Huang Qi, Ogi, hwanggi, milk vetch

Latin-Name:-
Astragalus membranaceus, Astragalus mongholicus

What It Is used for:-

• Historically, astragalus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine, usually in combination with other herbs, to support and strengthen the immune system. It is still widely used in China for chronic hepatitis and as adjunctive therapy in cancer.

• It is also used to prevent colds and upper respiratory tract and to treat.

• Astragalus is also used for heart disease.

How it is used:-

The root of Astragalus plant is commonly used in soups, teas, extracts, or capsules. Astragalus is generally used with other herbs such as ginseng, angelica and licorice.

What the Science Says:-

• The evidence for the use of astragalus for any health condition is limited. Results from small or preliminary studies suggest that astragalus may benefit heart function and help the immune system against infections.

• A number of studies have shown potential benefits for using astragalus, combined with another herb, glossy privet (Ligustrum lucidum) as adjuvant therapy for cancer. In general, however, these studies are not well designed.

Side Effects and Warnings:-

• Astragalus is considered safe for most adults. Possible side effects are not known because astragalus is generally used in combination with other herbs.

• Astragalus may interact with medications that suppress the immune system, including the drug cyclophosphamide taken by patients with cancer and similar drugs by the organ recipients.

• People should avoid with Astragalus species, such as "loco weed" that grow in the United States because these other species may have different effects and side effects.

• Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will ensure a coordinated and safe care.