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Astragalus
An herbaceous perennial plant of the pea family, astragalus is most commonly used for its longevity properties, its immunostimulatory activity and its seemingly remarkable ability of restoring suppressed immune systems activities. The most remarkable property of the Astragaloside IV molecule is its ability to stimulate the production of telemerase, the enzyme that protects and promotes cell telemeres. This is why this rare and expensive compound was selected as the principal ingredient in Bio Quench. These telemeres are thought to be the ultimate limit on cell life span. Used to strengthen the immune system over time, build resistance to illnesses, astragalus may be a useful complementary treatment during chemotherapy, immune deficiency syndromes and radiation therapy. For providing additional short term immunity boost, echinacea may be used with astragalus.
Astragalus”s antioxidant activity maybe seen as evidence for cardiovascular system improvement. The demonstration of hepatoprotective activity in animal studies supports the herb’s use in the treatment of hepatitis in modern Chinese medicine.
Often astragalus is used in combination with other botanicals, very rarely used as a single agent. Evidence is provided for activity against carcinogenesis of the lung, breast and cervix as per pharmacological research of astragalus combining with ligustrum (Ligustrum lucidum).
Many clinical studies have been reported as far as the use of astragalus for colds and upper respiratory infections is concerned.
The incidence of illness may be decreased and its length shortened by giving astragalus, either orally or as a nasal spray.
Astragalus is also an antioxidant, meaning it will help the body get to get rid of free radicals. When metabolism occurs, the liver makes free radicals, which can destroy cells and cause premature aging of your system. Toxins in the body which can build due to ingestion or air pollution can be gotten rid of by astragalus. We are now prone to toxins in the air, food we eat and water, because of environmental pollution.
The increasing of metabolism and energy, promoting healing and boosting stamina are indicated by studies on astragalus. Other uses for which the herb may have application include hypertension, atherosclerosis, hyperthyroidism, insomnia, genital herpes, chronic hepatitis, AIDS and chemotherapy side effects. Though astragalus is considered safe and free of harmful effects, you should consult your doctor if you have a serious condition.
Some intriguing behavior on the immune system has been demonstrated by astragalus. Research is just starting on the minor toxicities of this herb. Considering its use as a treatment of serious ailments of the immune system like HIV infection, AIDS, cancer, myocarditis and hepatitis, caution should be used. Research on humans is so far limited.
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