Astragaloside IV

The 2009 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to three Americans who discovered telomeres, the genetic code that protects the ends of chromosomes, and telomerase, the enzyme that allows for the replacement of short bits of DNA. In the new study the team at UCLA found that the extracts from Astragalus can boost production of telomerase.

Astragaloside IV is a 3-O-beta-D-xylopyranosyl-6-O-beta-D-glucopyranosyl cycloastragenol that purified from the traditional Chinese herbal medical herb called Astragalus, a type of bean (legume). And Astragalus can prevent or slow the progressive loss of telomeres in key immune cells. Astragalus may stimulate the body to produce interferons that are used by the body to defend against viral infections. These potential anti-inflammatory effects make Astragaloside be rated as one of the world's premier immune tonifying substances.  

Astragalus is quite a complex constituent profile. It not only contains numerous amino acids, trace elements and various other components but also has the active constituents of Astragalus such as triterpene glycosides, polysaccharides and flavonoids.

Astragalus has been widely used in China for over 2000 years. Besides, hundreds of studies, coming mostly from lab and animal studies, seem to support that Astragalus root can enhance the immune system and fight diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Researchers at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center found that Astragalus extract could boost the cell-destroying ability, or cytotoxicity, of the conventional immune system drug interleukin-2 by helping cells of the immune system (This study was done using cells in the lab, not in humans).

Except the primary active constituents (triterpene  glycosides), All astragalus saponins have their own chemical identities. One special Astragaloside found naturally in Astragalus is named Astragaloside IV and it is generally considered to be the primary active ingredient in Astragalus extract. Aging has been related to the degeneration and loss of telomeres (an enzyme that allows for the replacement of short bits of DNA). Therefore, Astragaloside IV is an herbal extract which has been well known for its anti-aging properties for thousands of years. Astragaloside IV is believed may be effective to protect telomeres and to prevent their deterioration over time because of stress and toxicity.

 Besides, Astragaloside IV is found to be neuroprotective to brain cells, to improve male fertility by improving sperm motility and to be a major tonic for athletes around the world and those who work hard physically for the reason that it can relieve fatigue.

We do not support that astragalus can prevent or cure cancer or any decrease.

Astragalus is generally thought to be safe, but people with autoimmune diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus) or people taking drugs that suppress the immune system (such as corticosteroids or cyclosporin) should consult their doctors before taking it. We urge every prospective client should consult their own experts before taking this products.

Note: This information is not intended as medical advice, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with your doctor, who is familiar with your medical situation.