Effects of Astragalus on the Skin

Astragalus is actually a very popular Chinese medicine. Many people use Astragalus for diet therapy. Although everyone knows the effects of Astragalus, its pharmacological effects are not very clear. Many friends even believe that Astragalus has a certain effect on the skin. In fact, Astragalus does not have much effect on the skin. The main function of Astragalus is to help us improve immunity and protect the liver.

First, enhance immunity. Astragalus can enhance immunity because it contains astragalus polysaccharides. Therefore, for patients with poor immunity after radiotherapy and chemotherapy, Astragalus can be used for conditioning.

Second, liver protection. Astragalus has the effect of protecting the liver and is especially suitable for patients with chronic hepatitis B or hepatitis C. On the one hand, Astragalus can regulate immunity, and on the other hand, Astragalus also has the effect of inhibiting hepatitis viruses.

Third, it protects the heart. Astragalus has the function of nourishing the myocardium and is especially suitable for patients with viral myocarditis because it also has the function of inhibiting viruses.

Fourth, it protects the kidneys. Astragalus has a diuretic effect and can increase the glomerular filtration rate. In addition, Astragalus can also regulate the body's immunity. As we all know, kidney diseases such as chronic glomerulonephritis are also mediated by immune abnormalities.

Fifth, antihypertensive effect. Astragalus can regulate the lipid level in the blood and has a certain effect in stabilizing blood pressure.

Astragalus has many benefits for the body, but it is not suitable for everyone.

First, women who are menstruating must not use it. Astragalus has a certain effect of activating blood circulation. If you are menstruating and still use Astragalus, it will cause increased bleeding.

Second, patients with tuberculosis must not use it, as it will aggravate lung symptoms.

Third, it must not be used by patients with kidney yin deficiency and damp heat.