Effects of Chinese herbal medicine Astragalus

I believe everyone is familiar with traditional Chinese medicine. After all, it is the medicine of our own country. Traditional Chinese medicine is a relatively traditional therapeutic herb. Many herbs may look ordinary, but they are very useful. One of them is astragalus. Regarding Astragalus, its specific uses cannot be explained very clearly. Below I will introduce some knowledge about Astragalus.

Raw Astragalus

It is made from honey, and doctors often give it to patients with "lack of vital energy and sagging organs".

Also known as Astragalus membranaceus or Astragalus. Leguminosae. Perennial herb. The main root is long, cylindrical, slightly woody, and has an earthy yellow or brownish red outer texture. Pinnate compound leaves, with 13 to 27 leaflets, ovate-lanceolate or elliptical, with long white hairs on both sides. Inflorescence raceme, butterfly-shaped corolla, light yellow or white. Pods with short black hairs. The flowering period is from June to July, and the fruiting period is from August to September. It likes drought and has strong adaptability.

It is an important medicine for replenishing qi. In clinical application, it is usually divided into three types: raw, honey-roasted, and stir-fried with bran. Their medicinal effects are different. Raw Astragalus is mostly used to consolidate the exterior, support sores, and promote diuresis; honey-roasted Astragalus is mostly used to tonify the middle and replenish Qi; stir-fried Astragalus is mostly used to replenish Qi and strengthen the spleen.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Astragalus can replenish the body's qi, and has the effects of raising yang, consolidating the exterior and stopping sweating, discharging pus and promoting tissue regeneration, promoting diuresis and reducing swelling, and calming the fetus and benefiting the blood. It has remarkable therapeutic effects on anemia, edema, physical weakness and sweating, fetal movement disorder, uterine prolapse, deficiency of qi and blood, and yin deficiency. Drinking water soaked with Astragalus alone can cure drowsiness, weakness and shortness of breath. After middle age, Mr. Hu Shi gradually felt exhausted and unable to do things, so he often used Astragalus membranaceus to make tea. Especially before giving a lecture, he would always take a few sips of Astragalus water to double his energy and speak with a loud and fluent voice.

The ancients were good at using Astragalus not only to treat diseases, but also to nourish the body. Astragalus is not only a commonly used Chinese medicine in medical treatment, but also economical and affordable.

Raw Astragalus

A tonic and condiment that can be used for stewing meat, soaking wine, cooking, seasoning, and removing fishy smells. People often use Astragalus to simmer jujubes, stew hens with Astragalus, and cook black beans with Astragalus, which are delicious dishes and top-notch tonic. It is rich in nutrients, nourishes the body, and has a unique flavor. It is an excellent tonic for postpartum women, the elderly, the weak, and those who are weak after illness. Regular consumption can make people refreshed, strengthen their physical fitness, beautify their complexion and prolong their life.

The above introduction is all about the knowledge points about Astragalus. In fact, the uses of Chinese medicine are very wide, because the different combinations will have different medicinal effects. Finally, I wish your mother good health.