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Description
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
Origin: China
Brand: Starwest Botanicals
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.
How to Use Bulk Herbs
Check out our How to Use Bulk Herbs page to see how to use herbs correctly. Our web page is constantly expanding, as of today we have articles on:
How to make salves, poultice, tinctures, teas, capsules, gargles, and foot bathes.
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Citrus potpourri basket.About Starwest Botanicals Quality Control
Starwest Botanicals validated quality assurance testing includes:
• 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.Audits all suppliers yearly to assure they meet our GMP requirements
Laboratory Analysis
Samples are retained from all shipments are thoroughly tested and compared to our extensive reference library of dried herbs and botanicals to verify authenticity. All lot samples are kept for five years and can be traced for verification.
Starwest Botanicals utilizes not only their in-house laboratory, but also independent labs and consultants to guarantee their analyses are complete. Testing includes organoleptic analysis for aroma, color, flavor and texture. Physical testing involves moisture, volatile oil content, heavy metals, microbiology, thin layer chromatography, and other tests specific to each herb.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal remedies have been used for thousands of years, in all cultures. In this day and age Western Bulk Herbs and Spices should be regarded as an added element to present-day healthcare, and not as a replacement. Botanical herbs ( Teas ) emphasize harmony, support, and balance.
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 -
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Current Stock:SKU: 209140-51Global Trade Item Number: 767963081179Manufacturer Part Number 209140-51Condition: NewAvailability: Usually ships in 1 business day.Width: 5.00 (in)Height: 7.00 (in)Depth: 2.00 (in)