Wednesday, February 24, 2010

AKAR ASTRAGALUS (ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEOUS)










has been used in  Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years, often in  combination with other herbs to strengthen the body against disease.  Astragaus is an adaptogen, meaning it helps protect the body against  various stresses, including physical, mental, or emotional stress.  Astragalus may help protect the body from diseases such as cancer and  diabetes. It contains antioxidants, which protect cells against damage  caused by free radicals, byproducts of cellular energy. Astragalus is  used to protect and support the immune system for preventing colds and  upper respiratory infections, lower blood pressure, treat diabetes and  protect the liver.



Astragalus has antibacterial and  anti-inflammatory properties and is sometimes used topically for wounds.  In addition, studies have shown that astragalus has antiviral  properties and stimulates the immune system, suggesting that it is  indeed effective at preventing colds.






In the United States, researchers have  investigated astragalus as a possible treatment for people whose immune  systems have been compromised by chemotherapy or radiation. In these  studies, astragalus has shown to speed recovery and extend life  expectancy.






Recent research in China indicates that  astragalus may offer antioxidant benefits to people with severe forms of  heart disease, relieving symptoms and improving heart function. At  low-to-moderate doses, astragalus has few side effects, although it does  interact with a number of other herbs and prescription medications.






BENEFITS OF ASTRAGALUS  MEMBRANACEUS




has been used in Traditional  Chinese Medicine for thousands of years, often in combination with other 


  herbs to  strengthen the body against diseases. 


is an adaptogen, meaning it  helps protect and support the body’s immune system against stress, colds 


  and  influenza, persistent infections, fever, multiple allergies, asthma,  chronic fatigue, fatigue and lack of


  appetite.- has several important health  benefiting properties including anti-viral, anti-cancer, anti-fungal,  anti-in


  flammatory  and anti-oxidant.is a common choice for use in  remedies to treat auto-immune diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome,


  combat  chemotherapy side effects, viral and fungal infections. contains  antioxidants which protect cells against  damage caused by free radicals and byproducts of


   cellular energy and help prevent serious illnesses like diabetes and cancer. It is  likewise known to lower


  blood pressure  and support the immune system, making it an ideal choice for individuals  with heart


  issues.




Traditional uses include the  treatment for the following:


- Anemia


- Asthma.


- Colds and influenza.


- Fatigue or lack of appetite.


- Fever.


- Heart disease


- Hepatitis


- Kidney disease


- Multiple allergies.


- Persistent infection.


- Stomach ulcers


- Wounds






It is also used to treat general digestive  disturbances, including diarrhea, gas and bloating.




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