14 Jun 2016
Astragalus: Anti-Aging and Beyond
Astragalus is one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine. While there are several astragalus species, Astragalus membranaceus is the variety that’s most widely studied.
In addition to helping boost immune function, heart health, and protect against cancer, astragalus is of interest to life extensionists because of its ability to potentially put the brakes on aging.
A common traditional use for astragalus is that of an immune-enhancing agent.1,2
It has also been shown to help improve cardiovascular function in those with heart disease and heart failure by mechanisms that include its ability to combat free radical damage.3-5
