1.Astragalus is often combined with other adaptogenic herbs, such as ginseng, and promoted as a guard against various internal and external stressors. Combination of astragalus with Echinacea is common for protection against infections of the mucous membranes (cold and flu).
2.The polysaccharides seem to stimulate white blood cell production and spurs the activity of killer T cells, increasing the number of cells and the aggressiveness of their activity. Increased macrophage activity has been measured as lasting up to seventy-two hours. Strengthen the immune system, stimulating the growth of the young.
3.It is useful for conditions of immune deficiency that lead to spontaneous sweating. It is used for spleen deficiency with symptoms of weak, low metabolism; edema; and prolapse of internal organs,