Astragalus is one of the top herbs in traditional chinese medicine and is considered a heaven class herb. This cherished root helps improve the well being of all major organ systems in Chinese medicine and is known to help with the defensive energy of our body; Wei Qi. Astragalus is a potent antiviral and is also shown to help with the electrical function of the heart. This adaptogen has an active component that has shown to improve the length of our chromosomes which leads to cells living longer. It is assumed that longer living cells may lead to longer life of people consuming this herb daily. Astragalus is an anti-aging and vitality improving herb that is very well rounded. It is considered one of the best herbs to boost the effects of other herbs allowing great synergy when used in combination of other adaptogens.