Introduction:

Astragalus is an herb that people have used in traditional medicine for centuries. Some evidence suggests that it has wide-ranging properties and health benefits.

Astragalus membranaceus is the Latin name for the herb astragalus.   Different species of astragalus grow worldwide in places such as Southwestern Asia, the Chinese Himalayan region, the Americas, and Europe.

Other common names for astragalus include:

• Milk vetch
• huáng qi
• Radix astragalus.

Astragalus health benefits:

·         Antioxidant effect

·         Anti viral effects

·         Cardiotonic effects stimulates the heart muscle

·       Astragalus may have pro-aging support.

·         May have potential benefits in cancer

·         May help in regularizing the blood sugars.

·         May help in liver diseases like cirrhosis and portal hypertension.

• May help in chronic kidney failure.
• Supports the immune system.

Possible side effects:

• Rash
• Itching
• Abdominal symptoms
• Nasal symptoms.

Conclusion:

Astragalus is an herb that people use in traditional Chinese medicine. Evidence suggests it may have various health benefits; to protect and support the immune system, preventing colds and upper respiratory infections, lowering blood pressure, treating diabetes, and protecting the liver. Astragalus has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. People sometimes use it on the skin for wound care.