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useful for those who are susceptible to viral infections, for wounds that are slow to heal, decreased appetite, fever, uterine prolapse / bleeding, edema, muscle pain, diabetes, and uterine, ovarian, or even colon cancer. This herb is a popular component of many TCM tonics and is often utilized with ginseng, angelica or licorice. In modern day health, it is often recommended for those suffering from impaired immunity, fatigue or those who need a general health tonic.
Astragalus is an adaptogen that is a natural element known to help your body adapt to stressful situations. It strengthens the metabolism, increases the metabolic rate, improves the immune system and can be used to help heal wounds. Believed to boost stamina and energy levels, it promotes the metabolism of liver and serum proteins, generates antibody growth and promotes the production of white blood cells which leads naturally to greater immune resistance against viruses. It also helps digestion, reducing gastric acid and promoting the healing process for stomach ulcers while inhibiting gastric secretions. Astragalus has antioxidant effects that limit free radical production which damages cells. The benefits of this herb are far-reaching and so it makes sense to understand all its benefits and to add this to your home first-aid kit.
Astragalus contains three components that allow the plant to have such a positive impact on human health:
a. Saponins, b. Flavonoids and c. Polysaccharides, which are all active compounds contained in certain plants, including some fruits and vegetables.
Saponins The astragalus root is the part that contains the important saponin constituents. These saponins have diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antihypertensive effects. Due to the various elements contained in the plant( amino acids, coumarins, flavonoids, isoflavonoids, polysaccharides and trace minerals), it is still unclear which agents are involved in which effects. Saponins are also well-known for their ability to lower cholesterol and enhance the immune system.
Flavonoids Many different subclasses of flavonoids have been described from
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