What are the effects and functions of wild Astragalus?

Astragalus is a common Chinese medicinal material, and there is also wild Astragalus. Generally speaking, different medicinal materials have different functions and effects. There is a big difference in the nourishing effects of wild Astragalus and ordinary Astragalus on the body. Wild Astragalus is particularly popular. It is very effective to nourish the body with wild Astragalus, especially for people with poor physical resistance. Eating Astragalus is particularly effective in enhancing physical resistance.

The efficacy and function of wild astragalus

1. Improve human immunity

Through research, it can be found that wild astragalus has a significant effect on the prevention of colds. Some people are very prone to catching colds when the seasons change, and the strengthening effect of wild astragalus can better improve this problem and has a significant effect on enhancing the body's immunity.

2. Replenish Qi and Blood

The scope of Qi deficiency is quite wide. Some people suffer from severe anemia in their daily lives. In fact, they can take wild Astragalus to replenish Qi, which can naturally improve some symptoms of anemia. It is generally recommended to drink or eat wild Astragalus in winter, the effect will be more obvious.

How to eat wild Astragalus

1. Soak Astragalus in water

There are many different ways to eat Astragalus, and there will inevitably be differences in the dosage. A common way to eat it in life is to soak it in water, which is convenient and quick. If you use Astragalus to make tea, it is recommended to use 5 to 10 grams each time and soak it in boiling water for about 20 minutes. You can brew it repeatedly until there is no color or taste.

2. Decoction of Astragalus

If you want to decoct Astragalus, you need to use about 30g of Astragalus at a time. You can also add 15g of wolfberry and water and boil it for 30 minutes. This method is more suitable for people with weak qi and blood. It should be noted that it is best to drink Astragalus water in 2 to 3 times. Never drink it all at once. Drinking it multiple times can better absorb the nutrients of Astragalus and play a better role.

3. Astragalus porridge

It should be noted that there are great differences in the dosage and usage of Astragalus for cooking porridge and for soaking Astragalus in water. If you choose to use Astragalus by soaking in water, the effect will be greatly reduced. It is generally recommended to choose 50g of Astragalus when cooking porridge.

In fact, no matter what method we choose to use Astragalus, there is no clear regulation on the dosage of Astragalus. As long as it does not exceed the specific dosage, generally no more than 15g for soaking in water, no more than 30g for decoction, and no more than 50g for porridge, it will not cause great harm to your health.