Astagalus Root

Astragalus belongs to the group of Vetches and the family of peas. The plant is known as the milk vetch. It is a mild restorative and preventative plant. Has been recognized as a superb and potent immune system tonic by modern researchers.

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*is one of the most important oriental tonics and health promoting medicinal plants

*increases resistance to disease and infections, to protect the body and has been called the Great Protector

*very beneficial in long term immune support for horses in heavy training, stressful situations (very cold or very hot) or live in areas of high levels of diseases such as EPM, Potomac Fever and West Nile Virus

*benefits for horses are directly to the adrenal glands, digestion, kidneys, spleen and lungs

*has been shown to kill viruses and destroy cancer cells

*used to treat anxiety, fatigue, chronic fatigue, exhaustion, and to heal , repair and suppport the entire body

*is used as a blood tonic and is quite effective when combined with primary blood tonic herbs such as Dang Qui

*help slow-healing sores and wounds heal more quickly (this activity is related to the Wei Qi which is circulating in the skin, which also improves blood circulation)

*assists in keeping fluid retention to a minimum and reduces bloating and when used with licorice root helps balance blood sugar levels

*stabilize the body's protective shield or protective QI (Yang energy)

*helps to maintain the body's Upright Qi energy (which is the energy that keeps us tall and upright) which can easily be depleted resulting in the sinking or prolapse of organs

*is a phenomonal herb for the "metal " constitution or weakened "metal" element and will provide direct support to the kidney/adrenal and the lessen the destruction cycle of lung to liver

*restores depressed immunity after illness or injury

*significantly enhances macrophage activity and reduce the activity of suppresser T-cells; significantly increases natural killer cell cytotoxicity, helps antibody response and increases T-helper cell activity ,for patients undergoing radiation and chemotherapy and to protect the white blood cells and maintain the healthy activity of these immune cells(University of Houston Study)

*has significant red blood cell building activity

*assists the horse in adapting to difficult environmental conditions

*can be used with great safety for broodmares and young foals

*strengthens and warms muscle and improve all metabolic, respiratory and eliminative functions - is very beneficial to those required to be physically active and require an abundance of energy, and in particular those who work outdoors, in the cold especially

*enhances the function of the skin to eliminate toxins (helps sores to come to a head and supporate)

*used to treat AIDS, hepatitis & other viral conditions

*used to treat and prevent peripheral vascular diseases and restore peripheral circulation (think of all your leg related concerns like, founder, navicular, laminitis......)

*used successfully to treat loose stools, chronic diarrhea and chronic or recurring colds - excellent to prevent foal scours, fall snots

*its potential as a male fertility agent and has been proven to stimulate sperm mobility (a stallion's best friend)

Recent research has revealed possible uses for myasthenia gravis, atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, insomnia, diabetes, chronic active hepatitis, genital herpes, chemotherapy side effects, immune depletion in cancer patients, influenza and other viral infections, and ischemia.

Chinese says it strengthens spleen, blood and Qi, raises yang Qi of spleen and stomach and stabilizes the exterior (your body's defensive shield); and has been found to induce the production in humans of both b and g interferon.

Active Constituents: the interpene glycosides , are saponins, the total astgaloside fraction of astragalus is an extremely potent health agent (studies and trademarked as TA-70) has a bipolar biphasic, double direction activity, is an extremely potent immune modulator capable of building the immune response while suppressing excessive immune activity as occurs in autoimmune conditions (ie allergies, arthritis) and has an extremely potent antioxidant activity, hundreds of times stronger than vitamin e and stronger than that of grape seed extract, ginkgo biloba and pine bark

It is described from the earliest of times as an herb which prolongs the years of life without aging. It is one of the most popular and highly respected Chinese tonic herbs available today.

Astragalus is rich in zinc and selenium. It may be added to almost any tonic designed to strengthen the entire body. It is superb for young or old, male or female, as a main ingredient or in combination. It is highly recommended to consume astragalus every day to some degree or another.

Contraindications: None. Being in the legume family, it may produce flatulence in those who are prone to this distressing symptom when they eat legumes such as peas. Start slowly and increase amounts slowly.

Use: for humans, cats, dogs, horses
Available : capsules, bulk powder, liquid extracts

(Note: we have used astragalus in our practise for 10 + years and are now finding tremendous results with our animal clientel.)

Disclaimer: This information is for educational and information purposes only and is not intended to replace the services of your health care provider (physician or veteranarian).

For information on this or any of our large selection of equine products contact:

Sharon Stebeleski, BPE, Irid. Herbalist
NATURALLY YOURS
Box 526 Lorette, Manitoba ROA OYO
(204) 878-2493
E-mail: info@healinghorsesnaturally.com
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