Astra Garlic By Health Concerns Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: Astra Garlic by Health Concerns

This product contains

• odorless Garlic

  Description:

  Garlic (Allium sativum) is a popular culinary herb native to central Asia, but is now widely cultivated. It is a member of the onion family and is known for its pungent smell and flavor. In addition to its culinary use, it has been used medicinally to treat a variety of conditions, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and infections.

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  Ingredient Group	Garlic
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Astragalus

  Description:

  Astragalus is a genus of plants native to Asia and Northern Africa, and is known for its small, yellow or purple flowers and its long, tapering root. In traditional medicine, astragalus has been used to boost the immune system and treat a variety of conditions, including colds, flu, and upper respiratory infections. It is commonly referred to as an 'adaptogen', which are theorized to help the body resist stress.

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  Ingredient Group	Astragalus
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Ho-shou-wu

  Ingredient Group	Fo-Ti
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Red Ganoderma Reishi

  Description:

  Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) is a type of mushroom native to Asia. It is a relatively tough mushroom with a shiny, reddish-brown exterior and a bitter, woody taste. Reishi mushroom is popular in traditional medicine, with a history of use dating back several thousand years. It is purported to have a number of health benefits, including the ability to boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and improve overall well-being.

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  Ingredient Group	Reishi mushroom
  Category	other

  
  

  Crataegus

  Description:

  Hawthorn is a shrub native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a member of the rose family and is known for its thorny branches and small, white or pink flowers, which bloom in the spring. The fruit, called a haw, is a small red berry that is edible and often used in traditional medicine. Hawthorn has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including gastrointestinal discomfort, heart disease, high blood pressure, and chest pain. For its purported blood pressure-lowering abilities, it is thought to work by dilating blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart. Hawthorn dietary supplements are typically standardized extracts of the berry, leaf and flower of the plant.

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  Ingredient Group	Hawthorn
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Tang Kuei

  Description:

  Dong quai (Angelica sinensis) is a plant native to Asia and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. It is often referred to as "female ginseng" and is used to treat a variety of health conditions, particularly those related to the female reproductive system. It is also claimed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties as well as an ability to improve blood circulation. When utilized for dietary supplements, the root of Dong quai is used.

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  Ingredient Group	Dong Quai
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Salvia

  Ingredient Group	Salvia (unspecified)
  Category	botanical

  
  

  White Atractylodes

  Description:

  Atractylodes is a genus of flowering plants native to eastern Asia, with its roots being used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), traditional Japanese medicine (Kampo), and traditional Thai medicine. It is found in formulations like ninjin-yoei-to and shenling baizhu san. Pharmacokinetic studies show that atractylodin, a major bioactive compound, is absorbed rapidly after oral administration, with peak plasma concentrations reached within 0.5-2 hours. The root contains sesquiterpenoids, sterols, and essential oils, with constituents like atractylenolides and atractylon. These compounds contribute to various purported pharmacological effects, including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and gastrointestinal effects, but more research is needed for a better understanding of its overall effectiveness in these areas.

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  Ingredient Group	Atractylodes
  Category	botanical

  
  

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