ASTRAGALUS: A STRIKINGLY POWERFUL IMMUNE TONIC

Of utmost importance for its adaptogenic and immune-modulating properties, Astragalus is a classic tonic herb that has been a mainstay of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for many centuries. Its extraordinary effectiveness has caused it to be adopted widely as a remedy in the West as well.

If you’re experiencing chronically compromised immune function, weakness, and a lack of vitality of any kind, you’ll surely benefit from this extraordinary herb, which plays a key role in our Deep Immune® formula.

Botanical expert Peter Holmes gives an excellent overview of its therapeutic dynamics: “Astragalus root has been shown to enhance cellular metabolism, thereby making more energy available on cellular and individual levels.... Astragalus root’s generous saponin content indicates a rejuvenating action on red blood cells and increased nutrient absorption by the intestines. This includes enhanced calcium and silicon utilization. Moreover, the root also contains generous amounts of trace minerals, including the important trace elements selenium and molybdenum, which it collects from the soil and stores. Through these twin dynamics, Astragalus will increase overall vitality, energy...”(1)

Astragalus is an ideal remedy for anyone who might be immuno-compromised. Astragalus strengthens many functions of the immune system, both non-specific and specific, helps protect the liver from damage, and may have valuable anticancer effects.”

(1) Peter Holmes, Jade Remedies, Vol. 2, Boulder, CO: Snow Lotus Press, 1997, p. 558.