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Posted 3/20/2011 4:39 AM (GMT 0)
Everyone out there with Post Treatment Lyme... go get some Astragalus!!

I began using Astragalus about 2 months ago along with some other herbs in an attempt to cure my lingering Lyme symptoms (fatigue, brain fog, anxiety). While using these herbs I've noticed less fatigue and more mental focus.

Yesterday I ran out of Astragalus so I went to buy more... this time I ended up with a different brand at a higher dose. 1000mg softgels which I think might be the highest dose you can buy.

I took 1 softgel in the afternoon and wow... I felt it. I felt energy that I haven't felt in a long time. The only downside was I had trouble falling asleep... but it didn't seem to matter because I woke up in the morning feeling well rested. I took 2 more today and felt decent energy all day. I don't feel like I could run a marathon or anything... but I definetly feel more "normal" than I have been. I plan on taking 2 per day from now on in my attempts to blast away Lyme fatigue for good.

Chinese medicine recommends using Astragalus alongside Ginseng. This is treatment for fatigue and immune system boost... not for active Lyme infections.

So if you're having post treatment fatigue and brain fog... go get some Astragalus and Ginseng and see what it does for you. It would be cool to hear from others who try this... let me know if it helps so I feel less crazy!!

-MysteryLyme
Posted 10/29/2012 7:34 AM (GMT 0)
Astragalus is thought to work is by increasing the production of immune cells and t here appears to be little or no side effects with astagalus root but before taking any dietary supplement you should consult your physician. http://ebcyou.blogspot.com/
Posted 10/29/2012 7:58 AM (GMT 0)
Buhner recommends against Astragalus for those with Chronic Lyme, preferring it instead as an agent of prevention or treatment for acute Lyme.
Posted 10/29/2012 9:56 AM (GMT 0)
Hi MysteryLyme,

I never took Astragalus, what makes me feel good is my continuation of detoxing, exercise, and just eating healthy.  The only supplements I take now is Green Vibrance and CALM (magnesium).

Exercising really gives me lots of energy!  I do aerobic walking (Leslie Sansone's Walk Away the Pounds) DVD.  I love the 3 mile  - takes about 45 minutes and it's a great workout!

Denise

Posted 10/29/2012 11:41 PM (GMT 0)
Members, I would suggest that you be very leery of "Richael" comments and the links - I've followed them and they lead to a blog which has links all over it about one site that sells chemicals from another country. This poster has also posted in another forum on this site and was greeted with skepticism as well.

Always do your own research and don't just take the word of someone on this or any other forum!!!!

It's your body and your health at stake, protect it!! Please! There are too many out there that just want to make the almighty dollar without any regard for those who may be harmed by the product.
Posted 10/29/2012 11:44 PM (GMT 0)
Now about the Astragalus - I too have read in many places that it is not to be taken for Chronic Lyme! So be sure before you start taking it that you aren't dealing with a chronic infection.
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