Huang Qi (Astragalus): A Tonic Herb
Huang Qi is a powerful herb that boosts the body's natural healing ability and supports tissue regeneration. It can be used as a single herb or added to fresh brewed teas and soups.
Huang qi, also known as astragalus, supports the lungs and digestive system. In Chinese Medicine astragalus is known as a tonic herb. It boosts the body’s natural healing ability to fight off debility and promotes tissue regeneration supporting wound healing. Huang qi is typically the first herb listed in Chinese herbal formulas to support weak digestion. It’s ability to bring the body back from illness or depletion is well known among Herbalists. Huang qi supports the lungs and is useful in those who tend to contract colds easily, bronchitis, and as a support for those with asthma.
Huang qi can be used alone as a single herb or added to fresh brewed teas, soups, complex formulas, tinctures and plasters.
