Astralus AF

DESCRIPTION

Astralus AFTM supplies 500 mg of European standardized astragalus in a vegetarian capsule.

FUNCTIONS

Used since ancient times in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) is important supplement for both eastern and western herbalists. Often used in combination with other herbs, Astragalus has many uses, but is mostly known for its immune-stimulating properties. Numerous studies have indicated that Astragalus can have beneficial effects on the immune system. The herb also has shown to have supportive effects to the cardiovascular, renal and hepatic systems.

INDICATIONS

Astralus AFTM may be a useful dietary supplement for individuals wishing to support their immune system.
FORMULA

Each Vegetarian Capsule Contains:

Astragalus..... 500 mg

(Astragalus membranaceus) Standardized to provide 0.4% minimum 4'-Hydroxy-3'-methoxyisoflavone-7 In a 50 mg base of non-standardized astragalus

SUGGESTED USE

Adults take 1 capsule twice daily in between meals or as directed by a physician.

BOTTLE SIZE:

90 Vegetarian Capsules

SIDE EFFECTS

No adverse side effects reported.

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

REFERENCES

He J, Li Y, Wei S, et al. Effect of mixture of Astragalus membranaceus, Fructus Ligusti lucidum snd Eclipta prostrata on immune function in mice. Hua Hsa I Ko Ta Hseuh Hseuh Pao 1992;23:408-411.
Huang ZQ, Qin NP, Ye W. Effect of Astragalus membranaceus on T-lymphocyte subsets in patients with viral myocarditis. Chung Kuo Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih 1995;15:328-330.
Ma J, Peng A, Lin S. Mechanisms of the therapeutic effect of astragalus membranaceus on sodium and water retention in experimental heart failure. Chin Med J (Engl) 1998 Jan;111(1):17-23
Wang H, Chang B, Wang B. [The effect of herbal medicine including astragalus membranaceus (fisch) bge, codonpsis pilosula and glycyrrhiza uralensis fisch on airway responsiveness]. [Article in Chinese] Zhonghua Jie He He Hu Xi Za Zhi 1998 May;21(5):287-8
Xiong D, Yang Y, Su Y. [Experimental study on treatment of viral myocarditis in mice by integrated traditional Chinese and WesternMedicine]. [Article in Chinese] Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi 1998 Aug;18(8):480-2
Yoshida Y, Wang MQ, Shan BE, Yamashita U. Immunomodulating activity of Chinese medical herbs and Oldenlandia diffusa in particular. Int J Immunopharmacol 1997;19:359-370.