Is it okay to drink roasted Astragalus soaked in water?

There are many types of Astragalus, up to more than 2,000 species. Astragalus, also known as Huangqi, is a general term for plants and Chinese medicinal materials. The history of medicinal use of Astragalus is as long as more than 2,000 years, and the ingredients contained in Astragalus are relatively complex. It has the effects of enhancing the body's immune function, diuresis, anti-aging, lowering blood pressure, and protecting the liver. Some people use Astragalus to make soup, while others soak it in water and drink it directly. So, what are the effects of soaking Astragalus in water?

Astragalus contains a variety of antibacterial active ingredients and can enhance the body's immune function, so it can also be used to prevent the occurrence of certain infectious diseases. Whether from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine or modern medical observation, Astragalus is a good medicine. Therefore, people have had the habit of taking Astragalus in winter to make nourishing and strengthening foods since ancient times.

Astragalus polysaccharide has a significant anti-fatigue effect, can significantly prolong the swimming time and increase the weight of adrenaline in hydrocortisone-depleted mice, has a significant tolerance to various hypoxia models in mice, can significantly reduce systemic oxygen consumption and increase tissue tolerance to hypoxia. Astragalus polysaccharide has a significant effect of resisting low temperature and can significantly prolong the survival time of normal and impaired mice.

The effects and functions of Astragalus are mainly reflected in its effects of invigorating Qi and strengthening the exterior, astringing sweat and preventing loss of body fluids, promoting diuresis and reducing swelling. At the same time, Astragalus can be mixed with Poria cocos, Codonopsis pilosula, as well as carp, jujube, and japonica rice to make delicious and healthy "Astragalus and Poria cocos Carp Soup" and "Ginseng, Astragalus and Jujube Porridge", which can not only supplement nutrition but also cure diseases and maintain health.

There are many benefits of drinking roasted Astragalus membranaceus soaked in water. It is suitable for elderly people with insufficient qi and blood. This is the simplest way to replenish qi. The effect is quite good for the elderly with insufficient qi and blood. It is generally used to treat diseases such as qi deficiency and fatigue, prolapse of the anus, bloody stool, night sweats, etc. It is also quite effective in treating diabetes. Roasted Astragalus is a medicine. It is best to take it under the guidance of a professional doctor for the best effect. Never take it blindly on your own.