M13 | Astragalus Root Health Benefits

Astragalus is a tough, woody plant that grows in the cold, arid reaches of East Asia, from northern China through Mongolia and Siberia. The root of the plant has been used extensively in Chinese medicine for well over 2,000 years. In Chinese it is called huáng qí (literally, "yellow leader") or beØi qí ("northern leader"). Also known as milk-vetch, astragalus is considered one of the fifty fundamental herbs of Chinese herbalism.

We like this warm, sweet tonic herb for its ability to stimulate the immune system, an especially welcome property where colds and flus thrive. Dr. Lee also tells us that astragalus lowers blood pressure and blood sugar levels. He prescribes this versatile herb to protect the body against general weakness and illness and to increase overall vitality.