Astragalus
What is Astragalus?
Astragalus is a plant native to China and East Asia. The root of the astragalus plant has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is typically dried and then used in herbal preparations.
Is Astragalus vegan?
Astragalus is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Astragalus gluten-free?
Astragalus is not one of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Astragalus used for?
Astragalus root is most often found in herbal supplements, teas, and other beverages.
Is Astragalus safe?
Astragalus is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a dietary ingredient in supplements.
Why it's used
Astragalus root is most often found in herbal supplements, teas, and other beverages. It is sometimes added to foods marketed for energy or immune support. Its use in packaged foods is relatively uncommon.
Health notes
Astragalus is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a dietary ingredient in supplements. JECFA has evaluated astragalus and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). Research into its effects on the human body is ongoing, with some studies suggesting potential benefits for immune function and energy levels. However, more rigorous scientific evidence is needed to confirm these effects.
Allergen info
Astragalus is not one of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
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