Herbal Information on Astragalus Root in Bulk Powder Form
Common Name: Astragalus Root, Astragalus herb, Huang qi, Milk vetch
Botanical Name: Astragalus membranaceus
Meridians/Channels: Lung, Spleen
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 16 ounces
Form: Fine Powder
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Certified Organic: Yes, USDA Organic
Brand: Z Naturals
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Not to be used with Lupus
Naturally Occurring Components: beta-sitosterol, calcium, choline, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium, zinc, flavonoids, saponins and triterpenoid glycosides.
Additional Huang Qi Information:
- Tonify Qi
- Promotes Natural Urination
- Support Normal Body Fluids
- Raise Yang
- Tonifies Blood
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Invigorates the Vital Energy
- Boost Immune System
Product Properties: Sweet, Slightly Warm, Tonic
Astragalus comes from the pea family, and has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine. Astragalus root in Chinese herbalism is used for increasing the body’s natural resistance and vitality.
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• Organoleptic testing to ensure proper appearance, color, aroma and flavor.
• Microscopic and Macroscopic inspection for foreign matter.
• HPTLC for identification, to verify purity and authenticity.
• ICP-MS heavy metal analysis.
• Microbiology testing for pathogens such as E. coli and salmonella.
• Chemical analyses for moisture content, volatile oil, ash and acid insoluble ash.
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Reference:
http://alternativehealing.org/huang_qi.htm
https://draxe.com/astragalus/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5758356/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26916911/
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/astragalus#immune-system
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/astragalus
