What are the uses of the traditional Chinese medicine Astragalus?

There are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials in my country, and the effects are all very good, but they are still difficult to distinguish. Recently, many friends have been asking, what are the specific medicinal values ​​of the traditional Chinese medicine Astragalus? In fact, the medicinal value of Astragalus is also very high, and it can treat many diseases very well. Now let me give you a detailed introduction.

Astragalus is a leguminous plant and a commonly used Chinese medicine. Its main pharmacological effects are "tonifying Qi and strengthening the exterior", "promoting diuresis", and "expelling toxins and promoting tissue regeneration". What is "benefiting Qi"? Astragalus can be used for any condition that is considered by Chinese medicine to be "Qi deficiency", "Qi and blood deficiency", or "Zhongqi sinking". Being weak, easily fatigued, and often feeling weak is often a manifestation of "Qi deficiency". Anemia is often caused by "deficiency of Qi and blood". Symptoms such as rectal prolapse and uterine prolapse are often considered to be "sinking of the middle qi." For people with the above symptoms, it is beneficial to eat some astragalus in winter. Of course, it is best to take it under the guidance of a doctor.

Some people are prone to catching colds when the weather changes, which Chinese medicine calls "weak exterior". Astragalus can be used to strengthen the exterior. Regular consumption of Astragalus can prevent frequent colds. There is a famous prescription in Traditional Chinese Medicine called "Yupingfeng Powder", which contains three herbs, the main one being astragalus, which can be used to treat frequent colds.

People who are weak or old often have some edema in their lower limbs. If you suffer from "Qi deficiency", you can also take Astragalus regularly. People with chronic kidney disease may also often suffer from edema. Astragalus is sometimes a commonly used Chinese medicine during traditional Chinese medicine treatment.

The so-called "supporting poison and promoting tissue regeneration" means that the wound can recover easily after surgery, or that an abscess that has not healed for a long time can be made to fester and regenerate tissue.

When taking Astragalus, you should do so under the guidance of a doctor and in appropriate amounts according to your individual constitution. There are many ways to take Astragalus.

The above is the editor’s introduction to the uses of Astragalus. Astragalus has many uses and the effects are very good. I believe all of you like it very much. However, it is best to choose how to use Astragalus according to the introduction of a professional Chinese medicine practitioner, because it is difficult to judge how to use it and how much to use.