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Did you know Astragalus is a member of the pea family!? —— Astragalus has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 2,000 years and is considered one of the 50 fundamental herbs; it is said to be tonic herb for maintaining vitality (qi) and strengthening resistance (immunity) —— Astragalus is considered to be an immunomodulator, meaning it can strengthen the immune system, but not be overly stimulating —- It is best used as a long-term strengthener/builder of the immune system, as well as immune restorative (if you are someone is often immune suppressed/weak); it can be indicated for those who need to rebuild the immune system after long term stress, illness or general depleted states ——- Astragalus can increases the production of white blood cells, antibodies and interferon (which tells white blood cells to multiply or fight infection) and also posses antiviral activity….great to keep on hand for upcoming cold and flu season ——- It is also considered to be an adaptogen (aka it can increase the body’s ability to resist and cope with stress… physical, mental, or emotional stress, all of which can weaken the immune system), and is said to be a nourishing tonic (meaning it is best used long term and not acutely) ——- Due to its demulcent and mucilage properties, it can be used as a lung tonic, indicated for dry coughs, frequent upper respiratory tract infections, chronically weak lungs and shortness of breath —— Energetically, astragalus is warming and moistening and has a slightly sweet taste ——- #briannaapproved #Astragalus #TCM #antiviral #immunesupport #immunehealth #herbs #plantmedicine #holistichealth #adaptogen #stress #recoveringsuperspaz #Britanical (at Ocean Grove, New Jersey) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFSQiSpjJyK/?igshid=1krhidlyb1te2

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Let’s talk Rosemary 🌿 . . Rosemary has been called the “queen of antioxidants” and has warming and dispersing effects, which can support cognition and digestion, as well as the liver and heart. It is a member of the aromatic mint family. Rosemary can be used to increase circulation (particularly to the heart) and can decrease inflammation in the cardiovascular system. Rosemary is high in antioxidants and can decrease oxidative stress and inflammatory markers and has been shown to decrease levels of C-Reactive protein, a marker of systemic inflammation. Rosemary is also called “the herb of remembrance”, as it has traditionally been used to support memory. Historically, Greek scholars would smell rosemary to reduce anxiety and enhance memory during studying. Rosemary is warming and can support cold/slow digestion that might lead to gas, bloating or nausea. Rosmarinic acid is a polyphenol (plant compound) that naturally occurs in rosemary (as well as sage, lemon balm mint and sweet basil), which has been studied for its ability to reduce free radical damage, as well as suppress allergic immunoglobulin (proteins in the immune system) and inflammatory responses Carnosol (a diterpene found in rosemary) exhibits anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory and apoptosis inducing properties Energetically, Rosemary is warming, drying and stimulating . . #briannaapproved #Britanical #rosemary #plantcompounds #plantmedicine #immunhealth #holistichealth #herbs #TCM (at Ocean Grove, New Jersey) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGTDYIsDbSw/?igshid=qnhjzt1mgekg