Astragalus contains numerous constituents such as flavonoids, polysaccharides, triterpene glycosides, amino acids and trace minerals. It has been shown to have a potent immune system boosting effect. Astralagus has been shown to restore white blood cell (T Cell) counts to relatively normal levels in some cancer patients. In addition to it\\\\\\\'s effect on the immune system it has been shown to be supportive as an adjunct to chemotherapy, alzheimer\\\\\\\'s disease and also for the common cold and sore throats.
