Herbal Benefits of Astragalus

Find out about the traditional medicine uses for astragalus, a large botanical family of beautiful flowering and edible herbs. Astragalus is also known as milk vetch and in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as huang qi (or huangqi), and can be grown at home. Modern research shows astragalus is an immune-system supporting adaptogen, and it may be able to help prevent or treat chronic health conditions (such as asthma, cancer, diabetes, herpes, and heart disease). Astragalus also has anti-aging effects, and can even help with hair loss and acne.