Natures Answer Astragalus Root Extract 60 VCaps

ASTRAGALUS  ROOT(Astragalus membranaceus). The use of Astragalus Root dates back over 2,000 years in China, where it earned a reputation for balancing the systems of the body. The root is a yellow color and contributes to the Chinese name, huang qi, meaning “yellow leader.” It has been used in China to strengthen qi (pronounced “chee”), the body’s life force and protective energy. You can easily see why Astragalus Root has been the most commonly used herb in Chinese wellness. There are known to be more than 2,000 species of Astragalus, however there are only two species that are related A. membranaceus and A. mongholicus. They are both primarily used for health purposes. The plant that the root comes from is about 16 to 36 inches tall, and is native to China, Mongolia and Korea. The root is usually harvested from plants that are 4-years old.