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Astragalus (Huang Qi) | Premium Raw Herb
Astragalus (Huang Qi) | Premium Raw Herb
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Amount: 2oz / 57g
What it is:
Astragalus (Huang Qi) is an adaptogen that is said to boost the primary energy of the body, invigorating metabolic, respiratory, and digestive/eliminative systems. The energizing and warming effects of this herb are particularly suited to revitalizing tired, fatigued muscles, which is why astragalus/Huang Qi has a long tradition of use in China by people who work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
It is also famed as being a powerful immune booster, circulating as it does amongst the subcutaneous membranes (i.e. just below the skin) to act as a kind of “armor” against bacterial and viral infections to boost what is called wei qi. It is, in fact, one of the main herbs used in an ancient and revered immune-boosting TCM formula called Jade Spring (Yu Ping Feng). The nutritive nature of this herb also makes it a great support supplement for those experiencing fatigue and other side effects from chemotherapy drugs and more generally for those in a chronic, weakened state. Other notable uses for this herb include respiratory system support, cardiovascular system support, kidney system support, and anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and stress reduction applications.
Which concerns is it good for?
✔ high blood pressure and other cardiovascular system issues
✔ general weakness and fatigue
✔ chemotherapy drug side effects
✔ kidney system support
Key benefits:
- immune system support
- supports health of cardiovascular system
- supports the general health of the kidneys
- promotes more active digestion
Traditional Chinese medicine benefits:
- tonifies Spleen qi and raises yang
- tonifies Lung qi
- tonifies wei qi
What else you need to know:
This herb has been in use in Chinese medicine since before things were written down (c. 220 BP!), and one of the original uses was to address organ and tissue prolapse.
Suggested usage:
Simmer approximately 15 grams of the raw root per pint of water for 20-60 minutes. Do not let the water come to hard boil (this will destroy many of the constituents you want in the decoction). Discard the leftover plant material and drink the remaining liquid. This will keep for approximately 48 hours in the fridge before losing its medicinal efficacy.
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Astragalus (Huang Qi) Premium Raw Herb
