Astragalus membranaceus is the root of a plant member of the Pea family and is native to the Northeast region of China, but it is now also cultivated in the United States. In China, it is known by the name Huang-qi.

The name means "Yellow leader" because it is one of the superior tonic roots, used in traditional Chinese medicine. It was first mentioned in the 2000 year old, classic "Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing". It has been used to stimulate energy and general weakness, Lack of appetite, Treatment of colds, flu,abdominal ulcers and Diabetes.

Astralagus is still widely used in Chinese medicine, to this day and is known to be a immunostimulant, antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory agent. It has been said that no single compond has such wide ranging beneficial effects on the healing process of the human system. Polysaccharides are contained, they are very important in the in the enhancement of the Immune System.

In China it is commonly used on Cancer patients undergoing Radiation and / or Chemotherapy, to stimulate their Immune System, which takes quite a beating under these treatments.

Astragalus has been used in the treatment of AIDS, Allergies, Arthritis, Bronchitis, Cancer, Chlamydia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Debility, Diabetes, Digestion, Edema, Fibromyalgia, Gonorrhea, Heart Disease, Hepatitis, HIV, Hypertension, Immune System, Kidney Disease, Leukemia, Liver Disease, Malaria, Stress, Ulcers, Urinary Tract Infections, Vaginitis.

Astralagus provides one of the Eight Essential Sugars that are used in Glyconutrients. These sugars improve Cellular Communication, and helps everyone to achieve Optimal Health. There has never been any adverse reactions or side effects on record, associated with Astragalus or Glyconutrients.