“Astragalus?”Here!astragalus root

Plant

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As a supplement

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An extract or powder from the root of Astragalus membranaceus, a plant long used in traditional Chinese herbal practice.

Why it’s used

Taken to support immune function and as a general tonic, reflecting its traditional use.

What the evidence says

According to NCCIH, few rigorous human clinical trials have examined astragalus, and the evidence available is not sufficient to determine whether it has any particular effect in people. Most research to date involves small or poorly controlled studies, or laboratory and animal work.

Rumors

1
Astragalus makes immunosuppressant drugs less effective.
We haven’t found evidence strong enough to support this or rule it out.
What was measured is not yet noted.
Who’s saying this
- Healthline — a publisher: health information publisher; part of RVO Health, backed by Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group's Optum
  How we know who this is
  “Healthline is a digital publisher and does not offer personal health or medical advice.” (their page)
  “Healthline is part of RVO Health, a company backed by Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum.” (their page)
2
Astragalus lengthens telomeres and slows aging.
We haven’t found evidence strong enough to support this or rule it out.
What was measured is not yet noted.
Who’s saying this
- Lifespan Research Institute — an advocacy group: nonprofit campaigning and raising funds for research to defeat age-related disease and extend healthy lifespan
  How we know who this is
  “Lifespan Research Institute is focused on strategically driving forward science to extend healthy human lifespan through advocacy, ecosystem building, and direct support of cutting edge research into the root causes of aging.” (their page)
  “Lifespan Research Institute (“LRI”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on the defeat of age-related disease and the extension of healthy human lifespan – through raising funds and awareness for scientific work addressing the root causes of the aging process, building a thriving ecosystem of mission aligned stakeholders which can be mobilized to strategic action, and spearheading relevant research projects directly.” (their page)
3
Astragalus supports the immune system.
We haven’t found evidence strong enough to support this or rule it out.
What was measured is not yet noted.
Who’s saying this
- Nature’s Way — a brand: makes and sells dietary supplements; parent company Schwabe
  How we know who this is
  “Nature’s Way sprouted from herbs and developed deep roots in quality to grow to over 800 products today.” (their page)
  “Nature’s Way applies the same high standards to supplements.” (their page)
4
People with autoimmune disease should avoid astragalus because it stimulates the immune system.
We haven’t found evidence strong enough to support this or rule it out.
What was measured is not yet noted.
Who’s saying this
- Remedy’s Nutrition® — a brand: sells its own herbal supplements and vegan vitamins
  How we know who this is
  “Remedy’s Nutrition® offers pharmacist-formulated herbal supplements and vegan vitamins designed to support immune health, hormone balance, stress relief, and digestive wellness.” (their page)
5
Astragalus improves kidney function.
We haven’t found evidence strong enough to support this or rule it out.
What was measured is not yet noted.
Who’s saying this
- Healthline — a publisher: health information publisher; part of RVO Health, backed by Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group's Optum
  How we know who this is
  “Healthline is a digital publisher and does not offer personal health or medical advice.” (their page)
  “Healthline is part of RVO Health, a company backed by Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum.” (their page)