Astragalus Root Extract (alcohol-free) by Gaia Herbs 1 Fluid Ounce Alcohol-Free Support For The Immune System* Our Price: $8.70 Retail Price: $11.84 You Save: $3.14 each, a 27% Savings!
Astragalus Root , also known as Astragalus membranaceus , has been a foundational herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine for hundreds of years. It is included in formulas to support Wei Qi (Chi), or the conceptual “shield” which serves as a primary defense mechanism against pernicious threats to the system.*Astragalus is sweet and nourishing, often included in recipes for soups which are used for convalescence and general strengthening of the system. In TCM it is said to tonify the “spleen” and hence is used for fatigue linked to decreased appetite. It is part of the Milk Vetch or Fabaceae family. It is traditionally used in its dried powdered form or as a strong decoction, made from boiling the dried root in water for an extended period.* • Supports Healthy Resistance from Stress* • Supports Healthy Immune Functions* • Supports Deep Immune & Liver Functions* • Promotes Adaption to Stress* There is a great deal of research interest in Astragalus , which contains a wide array of constituents including flavonoids, sapponins, polysaccharides, free form amino acids, essential fatty acids and trace minerals. The triterpenoid sapponins known as astragalosides support the integrity of mucous membranes and epithelial cells in the respiratory tract through an antioxidant mechanism. The polysaccharides are of particular interest for their immune supporting properties. Astragalus is shown to effect non-specific defenses such as promoting macrophage and monocyte function as well as interferon activity. It also supports deep immune function by promoting natural killer cell and t-cell function. It appears especially effective when immune function is stressed by environmental or endogenous challenges.* Gaia herbs Alcohol Free herbal extracts are highly concentrated preparations that have been extracted initially with pure grain alcohol and then the alcohol is removed using low heat and low vacuum so that the plants vital constituents are not destroyed. The products are stabilized in vegetable glycerin. We routinely test each batch of product to insure it carries the same efficacy as our alcohol based extracts.
Additional Sizes Available
1 Fluid Ounce - Astragalus Root 500 mg
128 Fluid Ounces - Astragalus Root 500 mg
16 Fluid Ounces - Astragalus Root 500 mg
2 Fluid Ounces - Astragalus Root 500 mg
4 Fluid Ounces - Astragalus Root 500 mg
8 Fluid Ounces - Astragalus Root 500 mg
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Supplement Facts Serving Size: Thirty (30) Drops Amount Per Serving Daily Value Astragalus Root(Astragalus Membranaceus) Herb Strength Ratio 1:2 Each 30 drops contain 500 mg crude herb equivalent. 500 mg **
** Daily Value Not Established. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vegetable Glycerin, Water
As a dietary supplement, thirty (30) to forty (40) drops in a small amount of warm water three to four (3-4) times daily between meals, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation. If you have a medical condition or take pharmaceutical drugs, please consult with your doctor before using this product. Keep away from children. Use only as directed on label.
Immune System Support , Stress
Adrenal , Immune System , Kidney
There is a great deal of research interest in Astragalus, which contains a wide array of constituents including flavonoids, sapponins, polysaccharides, free form amino acids, essential fatty acids and trace minerals. The triterpenoid sapponins known as astragalosides support the integrity of mucous membranes and epithelial cells in the respiratory tract through an antioxidant mechanism.*
The polysaccharides are of particular interest for their immune supporting properties. Astragalus is shown to effect non-specific defenses such as promoting macrophage and monocyte function as well as interferon activity. It also supports deep immune function by promoting natural killer cell and t-cell function. It appears especially effective when immune function is stressed by environmental or endogenous challenges.*
Reference:
Chu DT, Wong WL, Mavligit GM. Immunotherapy with Chinese Medicinal Herbs. II. Reversal of cyclophosphamide- induced immune suppression by administration of fractionated Astragalus membranaceus in vivo.
J Clin Lab Immunol. 1988 Mar; 25(3): 125-9. Reference: Zhou QJ. Chinese medicinal herbs in the treatment of viral hepatitis. In: Cahng HM, Yeung HW, Tso WW et al (eds) Advances in Chinese Medicinal Materials Research. World Scientific, Singapore, 1985, p 216 Specific
Differentiation of Gaia Herbs Products
Gaia Herbs buys ecologically cultivated Chinese Astragalus root grown without the use of inorganic pesticides, fertilizers or other contaminants. All raw materials are tested in house for heavy metals and inorganic compounds before and after extraction.
Gaia Herbs makes a wholeplant standardized extract of Astragalus containing 1mg of astragalosides per 30 drops (1ml), and also makes an alcohol free wholeplant standardized extract containing 1mg of astragalosides per 1ml. Astragalus is also available in the Liquid Phyto-Cap formula Astragalus Supreme, and the new WholeBody Defense Liquid Phyto-Cap where it is offered as an alcohol free liquid concentrate in a vegetarian capsule. Gaia Herbs captures the essence of Natures Vitality.*
Our Price: $8.70 Retail Price: $11.84 You Save: $3.14 each, a 27% Savings!