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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Astragalus (astragalo in tagalog)

(Huang Chi) – Part used: Root. Properties: Stimulant, Diuretic and tonic. What it affects: Spleen, kidneys, lungs and blood.

Preparation and amount: Take 4 to 18 grams, several times a day.

Purposes: Internally, astragalus helps neutralize fevers and improves digestion. It is one of the most valuable tonics, especially used for those under 35 years of age. It is specific for all wasting and exhausting diseases  because it strengthens the body’s resistance. It aids adrenal gland function and digestion. It increases metabolism, produce spontaneous sweating, promotes healing, and provides energy to combat fatigue and prolonged stress. It helps protect the immune system and increases stamina. It is good for colds, flu, and immune-deficiency-related problems, including AIDS, cancer and tumors. Those with chronic lung weakness are helped by it.

Warning: Do not use it if a fever is present.

1 comment:

  1. How are you going to use this as medicine? What process? Thank you.

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