ASTRAGALUS (Astragalus membranaceus) *Organic herb for horses - immune-strengthening, energy-sustaining, cell-protecting

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💧Organic Astragalus Root Tincture

Our human-grade, certified organic tinctures give you a ready-to-absorb potent source of phytonutrients at the highest-strength available, for immediate absorption straight into the bloodstream and to the body’s cells.

• Astragalus membranaceus, Dried Root
• Decocted 1:3 35%
• Organically cultivated

~ Feed Guide - 6ml/100kg bodyweight, daily in feed.

🌿Organic Astragalus Root

Grown, harvested and dried without the use of agri-chemicals, non-irradiated and GMO free - see our Quality page for Quality Management & Certification Documents.

• Astragalus membranaceus, Cut Dried Root
• Organically cultivated
• Origin China

~ Feed Guide - 5g/100kg bodyweight per day, i.e. 25g for a 500kg horse.

Functional Nutritional Value

Constituents: Flavonoids, triterpene saponins, polysaccharides, amino acids, essential fatty acids, phytosterols, volatile oils, and trace minerals.

Footnotes

• Laboratory tested for identification and compliance to the British and European Pharmacopoeia standards.
• Human grade.
• Please be aware that if you're purchasing our dried botanicals for human use, our dried range is cut to appropriate sizes for feeding to horses.
• ♻️ Eco Note: Our packaging is recyclable and refillable.
• 🧊 Storage Tip: Keep cool and dry.

Astragalus is a gentle, nourishing herb traditionally used to support long-term resilience, recovery, and immune steadiness. It works gradually, helping the body rebuild strength over time rather than acting quickly in acute situations.

Advisories

• Best suited for ongoing resilience, convalescence, or nutritional support during long-term stress - not for use during active infection or inflammatory flare-ups.
• Horses with known autoimmune conditions or late-stage Lyme disease may be sensitive to immune-supportive herbs; in these cases, Astragalus may not be appropriate.
• If your horse is receiving immunosuppressive medications (such as corticosteroids ), seek veterinary guidance before introducing Astragalus.
• Always consult your vet before feeding to pregnant or nursing mares.

Contraindications

• Avoid during active infection or acute inflammatory episodes.
• Not advised for autoimmune conditions or late-stage Lyme disease without professional guidance.

Astragalus is one of those herbs that truly earns the word powerhouse.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it’s been cherished for more than 2,000 years as a primary immunity herb - and not just for colds and flu, but for supporting vitality, resilience, and the body’s natural defences.

First mentioned in the Shennong Ben Cao Jing ( The Divine Farmer’s Materia Medica - one of the earliest texts on Chinese medicine), astragalus is considered one of the 50 fundamental herbs of TCM.

Practitioners have long valued it as a qi tonic - helping to build and maintain qi , the body’s vital energy, while also supporting wei qi , the protective energy that shields against outside 'invaders' such as bugs and viruses.

Why herbalists love it

Astragalus is best known as an immunomodulator - meaning it’s smart. It doesn’t just crank up immunity, it balances it. If the immune system is sluggish, astragalus nudges it into action. If it’s overreacting (i.e. allergies or autoimmunity), astragalus helps calm the response.

Herbalist Guido Mase suggests using astragalus regularly in autumn and winter to keep colds, flu, and bronchitis at bay. But its benefits don’t stop there - it’s also thought to help buffer the body against allergies, support recovery after illness, and bring steadiness to states of immune overdrive.

An adaptogen too

Like ashwagandha, astragalus is a renowned adaptogen - a herb that helps the body 'adapt' with stress rather than crumble under it. Physical strain, emotional overload, mental fatigue - whatever the source of stress, astragalus helps the body adapt and recover.

It’s especially valued for rebuilding strength in depleted states - after illness, long-term stress, or even trauma. Some practitioners even highlight its benefits for those struggling with PTSD, helping restore calm and stability.

A quiet liver ally

Astragalus is also praised for its hepatoprotective qualities - helping shield the liver from toxins, viruses, and the daily wear and tear of modern life, keeping this vital organ happy and healthy.

And, if you’re a kitchen herbalist - you’ll like this: astragalus roots are often tossed into soups, broths, or rice while cooking for a subtle sweetness (just remember to fish them out before serving - they’re a bit fibrous to chew!).

Astragalus is, quite simply, one of nature’s greatest 'steadiness' herbs - fortifying immunity, helping us handle stress, and quietly restoring vitality from the inside out.