ASTRAGALUS (Astragalus membranaceus) *Immune-strengthening, energy-sustaining, cell-protecting tonic

💧Organic Astragalus 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
• Root
• Decocted 1:3 35%
• Organically cultivated

~ Feed Guide - astragalus tincture for horses

• 6ml/100kg bodyweight, daily in feed.
• Our tinctures come in a heat-sealed, twin-neck, child-resistant HDPE plastic dosing bottle, complete with dosing chamber. ♻️ HDPE is recyclable and low-impact - aligned with our sustainability ethos.

🌿Organic Dried 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 Root
• Organically cultivated
• Origin China

~ Feed Guide - dried astragalus root for horses

• 5g/100kg bodyweight per day, i.e. 25g for a 500kg horse.
• Want a scoop? You can add a scoop to your basket during checkout.
• ♻️Supplied in a 100% fully recylable, resealable, food-grade foil pouch for freshness.

Functional Nutritional Value

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

• 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.

Advisory

• Astragalus is best used as a long-term tonic for resilience and recovery, not during acute infection or inflammatory flare-ups.

Contraindications

• Autoimmune disease or late-stage Lyme (may overstimulate immune activity), hence why we don't include it in our LymeCARE programme .
• Pregnancy and lactation – seek veterinary guidance.

Cautions

• May interact with immunosuppressive drugs (e.g. corticosteroids, cyclosporine ).
• Mild hypoglycaemic and hypotensive potential – monitor if combined with related medications.
• Mild diuretic action – may enhance effects of prescribed diuretics.

In essence, Astragalus is a steadying, restorative tonic - best suited for building strength, not fighting fire.

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 roll 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 too 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.