Astragalus

Astragalus membranaceus

Immunity, Cardiovascular, Renal, Tonic

Immunity – raises WBC count and reverses T cells abnormalities; best to use for longer time; especially useful for lingering illnesses; bacterial and viral infections; respiratory, urinary, and GI infections; sepsis; viral hepatitis, myasthenia gravis, lupus; chronic fatigue syndrome, suppressed immunity due to steroids, radiation, chemotherapy, chemicals, aging and such.

Cardiovascular – not a strong medicine, but good for elderly; slightly lowers blood pressure as it relaxes the vessels; strengthens heart’s left ventricle 

Renal – nourishes kidneys, chronic kidney conditions

Tonic – general tonic for aged and weak – memory, sleep, vitality, vision

Parts used: roots (must be at least 4 years old)

Contraindication: autoimmune conditions (but it could help them); organ transplant