The Golden Root for a Tired You: Astragalus Benefits & How to Drink Its Tea for Immunity

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Do you ever wake up feeling unrested, only to feel your energy drain away by the afternoon? When you need a powerful natural ally to replenish that depleted energy and strengthen your body's defenses, I immediately think of Astragalus Root (known as 'Hwangi' in Korea). Today, let's explore the incredible benefits of this 'golden root,' traditionally used as the foremost herb for restoring energy, and learn how to properly prepare its tea to fully harness its power.

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Add tireless vitality to your daily life with the gold from the earth, Astragalus Root.

What kind of energy does Astragalus Root bring to our body?

Astragalus is the root of a plant in the legume family. In its Korean name, 'Hwang' means yellow, and 'gi' signifies a leader or elder. This name implies that it is the chief among herbs that replenish energy.

[Summary of Benefits]

• Strengthens the immune system and enhances bodily defense
• Recovers vitality and improves chronic fatigue
• Controls unnecessary sweating (eases cold sweats and hyperhidrosis)
• Promotes skin health and provides antioxidant effects

1. Boosting Immunity and Strengthening Defense
The core benefit of Astragalus Root is to fortify our body's shield: the immune system. It stimulates the activity of immune cells, increasing resistance against external viruses and bacteria. For those who suffer from frequent colds or rhinitis due to low immunity, regularly drinking Astragalus tea can be an excellent health habit.

2. Energy Recovery and Improving Chronic Fatigue
In traditional medicine, Astragalus Root is renowned for 'tonifying Qi' (Bogi), meaning it replenishes the body's fundamental energy. This helps to activate our body's energy production processes, alleviating lethargy and chronic fatigue. It is also widely used for patients recovering from surgery or those weakened after a serious illness.

3. Controlling Unnecessary Sweating
If you experience a lot of cold sweats or find yourself sweating profusely with just a little movement, you should pay attention to Astragalus Root. It helps to firm up the body's surface, preventing energy from escaping along with sweat.

Especially in summer, when excessive sweating can lead to exhaustion, Astragalus tea offers a dual benefit of replenishing energy and controlling perspiration.

4. Skin Health and Anti-aging Astragalus Root aids in wound healing and promotes blood circulation, helping to maintain healthy skin. It also contains powerful antioxidants, which can be expected to protect cells from damage and prevent aging.

Precautions for Astragalus Intake (Are there any side effects?)

While excellent for restoring energy, Astragalus is not suitable for everyone or in every situation. Caution is advised in the following cases.

[Summary of Precautions]

• Discontinue use during acute infectious diseases (high fever, inflammation).
• Those with a naturally 'hot' body constitution should avoid excessive intake.
• Patients with autoimmune diseases should consult a professional before use.
• Pregnant and lactating women are advised to consult for safety.

1. Avoid During Acute Infections
This is the most critical precaution. When your body is actively fighting a pathogen, such as during the early stages of a cold with high fever or severe throat swelling, taking Astragalus can make it harder to expel the 'evil Qi' (pathogen). It is best consumed to recover energy after an illness has passed.

2. For Those with a 'Hot' Constitution
Astragalus has warming properties, making it suitable for those with a 'cold' constitution. However, if you tend to have a flushed face, feel hot, and experience frequent stuffiness, excessive consumption can worsen these feelings of heat.

3. Autoimmune Disease Patients
Since Astragalus activates the immune system, patients with autoimmune diseases where the immune system is already overactive, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, must consult their doctor before consumption.

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How can we use Astragalus healthily? (How-to Guide)

The easiest and most consistent way to enjoy Astragalus is, of course, as a warm 'tea'.

• Brewing Basic Astragalus Tea
  1. Ingredients: 20-30g of dried Astragalus Root, 2 liters of water, 3-5 jujubes (optional, for sweetness and added nutrition).
     
     
  2. Rinse: Lightly rinse the Astragalus under running water to remove any dust.
     
     
  3. Boil: Place the Astragalus, water, and jujubes in a pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 40-60 minutes, until the water volume reduces by about half (to approx. 1 liter).
     
     
  4. Drink: Strain out the solids, store the tea in a bottle, and drink 2-3 cups throughout the day like water.
     
     
     
• Using in Various Dishes
  • Samgyetang & Baeksuk (Chicken Soups): Adding Astragalus when boiling chicken helps to remove any gamey smell and enriches the flavor and nutrition of the broth.
    
    
  • Various Soups and Stews: Adding a few slices of Astragalus when making broth will deepen its flavor.

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In Conclusion

Today we learned about the golden root, Astragalus, which strengthens our body's shield and activates its energy factory. While special health foods are great, perhaps the easiest and wisest way to maintain tireless health is to make a habit of drinking a warm cup of Astragalus tea in our daily lives.

Why not start today by filling your body with energy from a cup of Astragalus tea? I'm cheering for your vibrant every day.

[References]

• Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, Republic of Korea, Herbal Medicine Information, 'Astragali Radix'
• Auyeung, K. K., Han, Q. B., & Ko, J. K. (2016). Astragalus membranaceus: A Review of its protection against inflammation and gastrointestinal cancers. The American journal of Chinese medicine, 44(01), 1-22.
• Korean Traditional Knowledge Portal, Astragalus membranaceus Bunge.

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