Speed, Power & Protection.
One of the great Qi tonics of Chinese herbalism, enjoyed daily for energy, stamina and healthy immune function.
Speed, Power & Protection.
One of the great Qi tonics of Chinese herbalism, enjoyed daily for energy, stamina and healthy immune function.
THE GREAT PROTECTOR
In Chinese herbalism, astragalus root is one of the most treasured Qi tonics, said to strengthen wei qi, the body's protective energy at the surface. For thousands of years it has been simmered into daily soups and teas to keep people strong through the changing seasons.¹
Modern research has focused on its polysaccharides, saponins called astragalosides, and flavonoids, which are being studied for their role in healthy immune function and healthy aging.¹ ²
A DAILY TONIC ROOT
Astragalus is a gentle herb, which is part of why it has always been taken every day rather than once in a while. Ours is tested and packaged here in the USA.
We use a 10:1 hot water extract of the root rather than simple ground root, so every half teaspoon delivers more of what makes this plant special. It's spray-dried into a fine, golden powder with a mild, slightly sweet taste.
THE BENEFITS OF ASTRAGALUS
In this short video, we walk through why astragalus has been one of the most treasured tonics in Chinese herbalism for thousands of years, and what modern research is exploring about its role in energy, stamina and healthy immune function.
It's a gentle, everyday herb, which is why it has always been simmered into soups and teas rather than saved for special occasions.
NATURAL DEFENSES
Astragalus is traditionally used to strengthen wei qi, the body's protective energy, and is widely studied for its role in healthy immune function.¹
STEADY ENERGY
As one of the great Qi tonics, astragalus has long been used to support energy and stamina, the calm, steady kind without a crash.
HEALTHY AGING
Astragalus has a long reputation as a longevity herb, and researchers continue to explore its compounds for their role in healthy aging.²
Frequently Asked Questions
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Half a teaspoon a day is a good place to start. Each pouch holds about 50 servings.
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Wang P, Wang Z, Zhang Z, et al. A review of the botany, phytochemistry, traditional uses, pharmacology, toxicology, and quality control of the Astragalus membranaceus. Front Pharmacol. 2023;14:1242318. doi:10.3389/fphar.2023.1242318
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Liu P, Zhao H, Luo Y. Anti-Aging Implications of Astragalus Membranaceus (Huangqi): A Well-Known Chinese Tonic. Aging Dis. 2017;8(6):868-886. doi:10.14336/AD.2017.0816