Astragalus

Description

Astragalus Discussion:

Astragalus became very popular when it was first introduced by Dr. Stephen Buhner for its assistance with Lyme disease. Although, it has been used in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) for centuries, to support colds, flu, and the immune system. He suggests using it for those newly bitten, especially by a tick. It is also suggested as a topical remedy at the bite site of ticks. Generally, it is suggested to be used to keep the immune system at optimal functioning, especially if you live in an epidemic area. In Buhner’s book, “Healing Lyme”, on page 212, there is a list of cytokine remodulators, where astragalus is listed, specifically as a TGF-beta inhibitor and a NF-KB inhibitor (1). He also suggests the use of astragalus root to boost the immune system’s ability to produce IFN-gamma, which may help to significantly inhibit the growth of Chlamydial bacteria (1).

We are told that if interluekin-2 and interferon gamma levels are kept high, Borrelia rates of infection rates may drop significantly, which may be key for those living in epidemic areas. He tells us that we may want to make it a part of our daily diet, with living in these high infective areas (1). The book tells us that astragalus may help to lower replication of Rickettsia pathogens, which may be key to fighting the infection (1). There seems to be a debate in late stages of Lyme disease, pertaining to large doses making it worse, therefore we are told that if it seems to make you worse, stop taking it. The Chinese generally use large doses of this herb. Lastly, it seems to be synergistic with echinacea and licorice, two potent herbs that also may stimulate the immune system.

References:

1. Buhner, S. (2012). Herbal Antibiotics. North Adams, MA. Storey Publishing.

Product Variations:

We offer most every herb in multiple variations. such as a standard tincture, oxygenated tincture, glycerite, herbal tea, encapsulated, or as a loose powder. We highly recommend getting at least two variations of the preferred blend, to achieve saturation.

Standard Tincture – Herbal compounds extracted in an organic alcohol base. Alcohol may offer the most superior absorption rate and bioavailability. We recommend allowing your dose to sit under the tongue for 3+ minutes, then swallowing it down with water or juice.  Microscopic compounds are readily available to be absorbed through tissues, into the bloodstream, then circulated to the organs.

Oxygenated Tincture – This is a standard tincture that has been oxygenated. This is a process of adding an oxygen molecule to the present herbal compound. We collide the herbal compound with an oxygen molecule, encasing them within a bubble, known as a liposome. The difference can be clearly seen by the change in color. The lipospheres’ may have the capability to surpass the bioavailability of a standard tincture, although exhibiting the existing benefits.

Glycerite – A non-alcoholic extraction of herbal compounds in a vegetable glycerin base. This variation is ideal for children and those sensitive. I don’t contain sugar, even though its taste resembles syrup. Doses are approximately 2 times more than a tincture to receive similar benefits. They can be taken in the same way, which is in 4 oz. of water or juice.

Vegetarian Capsules – Size 00, vegetarian capsules. We hand-encapsulated, to order. The capsule is taken with 4 oz. of water or juice. Capsules are a great secondary product to achieve saturation of the body, along with another variation.

Herbal Tea – Teabags are handmade to order. Every bag can be brewed up to three times, making three cups of lovely tea each. Constituents will be continually extracted with each brew. Be sure to squeeze the bag gently upon finishing your cup of tea. Brewing instructions are included on individual labels, depending on the parts of the plant used. It may be best to drink it as is, without adding a sugar substitute. Be sure to also drink the medicinal residue that settles to the bottom of the cup!

Loose Herbal Powder – We take pride in the freshness and quality of our herbs. They are hand-ground, to order, as they are wildcrafted by us or responsibly purchased in whole form. We feel that ethically wildcrafted is superior, ensuring denser content of medicinal compounds, freshness, higher enzymatic activity, and antioxidant content. Wildcrafting also allows us to include multiple parts of the plant, even some that are only offered by us. We always indicate wildcrafted with the abbreviation “WC”. 

All variations are animal & child-safe, at the appropriate dosage but it is up to you to do your own research to know if the herbs themselves are safe for the babes. We have created a child’s herbal dosage guide, which can be seen by Clicking Here. 

Always use herbs wisely and with common sense, as they are to be respected. Most of our herbs and products have been tested by an energetic practitioner, using a bio resonance scanning system. Results revealed that our products to be up to 360% more powerful than others, including the brand names. Our customers choose us because we create products that emanate unique healing energy, intended for you.

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