Descriptions:
Astragalus membranaceus has been primarily used in western medicine to strengthen the immune system function. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is used in treating influenza and for augmenting the QI (vital energy).
By augmenting QI, Astragalus is also an adaptogen, meaning it helps protect the body from physical, mental, or emotional stress.
Features
Astragalus is often used to protect and support the immune system, preventing colds and upper respiratory infections, lowering blood pressure, treating diabetes, and protecting the liver.
- 100% vegan non-GMO formula
- Powerful extract – equivalent to 9,000mg dry root per capsule
- Extract boasts a minimum of 20% polysaccharide content
Benefits:
- Has been shown to promote cell proliferation and survival
- It inhibits free radical production, increases superoxide dismutase (SOD) and decreases lipid peroxidation
- An adaptogen (body & mind) – helps protect the body from physical, mental, or emotional stress
- TCM: supports spleen function and augments vital energy (QI)
Medicinal Ingredients:
| Each vegan capsule contains: | Quantity | |
| Astragalus membranaceus root 20:1 extract | 450 mg | |
| – equivalent to 9,000 mg of dry root | ||
| – providing min. 20% polysaccharides | ||
Non Medicinal Ingredients:
Capsule Shell: hypromellose (vegan gelatin).
Does not contain:
Recommended dose:
Adults take 1 capsule 3 time per day.
Cautions:
Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have an auto-immune disorder. Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) has been known to occur; in which case discontinue use. Do not use in cases of exterior excess, Qi stagnation, damp obstruction, food stagnation, Yin deficiency with heath signs, or skin lesions in their early stages or where there is a heat toxin.
Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Keep sealed, store in a cool, dry place at 15–25ºC.
