Best Fit Profiles
- immune support protocols in immunocompromised or stressed populations
Immune function and telomere support
Astragalus
Astragalus root (Astragalus membranaceus) has a long history in traditional medicine. Cycloastragenol, a saponin derived from it, has been proposed to activate telomerase, but human evidence is limited and industry-funded.
Evidence Level C
Evidence and Risk Labels
Evidence A/B/C reflects research maturity, and risk levels reflect monitoring needs. These labels support comparison, not diagnosis or treatment decisions.
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- Effect Size
- Immunomodulatory effects in some clinical contexts; telomere effects are preliminary and not independently replicated at scale
- Safety
- Low Risk
Autoimmune disease patients should consult a physician; some herbal preparations may contain adulterants.
Research Dosing
This reflects common ranges and protocols used in published studies, not personal medical advice.
- Typical Daily Dose
- 500-1500 mg (standardized extract)
- Timing
- With meals
- Protocol Duration in Studies
- 8-12 weeks
Cycloastragenol doses studied for telomere effects are much lower (5-25 mg/day) and very costly.