Astragalus Root

• Adaptogen
• Tonic
• Immunostimulant
• Antioxidant
• Cardio tonic

• Anti-Inflammatory
• Cancer Treatment Assistance
• Energy Boosting
• Immune Support
• Antioxidant
• Lower cholesterol
• Vascular Tonic: for deeper tissue injuries
• Cold Prevention
• Liver Support

Cautions and Contraindications

If you have an autoimmune condition AND are dealing with an acute infection is is not recommended to take astragalus root.

Should not be used if you are on any sort of immunosuppressive therapy, as it deeply activates the immune system and may contradict your treatment.

Do not use at least two weeks before surgery, nor while risk of bleeding is high during recovery.

Astragalus is rich in selenium, take care not to have too much in your diet.

Drug Interactions

• Avoid if on blood thinners such as Warfarin.
• May make beta-blockers less effective.
• Incompatible with immunosuppressants.

Astragalus root is a rather unique herb when it comes to immune system support, as it can boost some immune functions while suppressing others.

The root is what is commonly used medicinally. The long pieces that run diagonally are usually harvested for herbal medicine. You want to harvest from an established plant of around 3-5 years that has grown a strong root system. The fall is the ideal season for this.

Daily dose of dried herb is typically 2 to 6 grams per day.
Daily dose for extracts is typically 4 to 12 milliliters.

• Healing
• Meditation
• Nurturing Efforts
• Energy Source
• Repairing Past Damage
• Endurance
• Strength

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