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Astragalus Root 470 mg

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Astragalus 470 mg
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Score74
A low-cost basic astragalus capsule with minimal source and potency detail. It works for traditional use but not precise supplementation.
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Quantity:100 Capsule(s) • (100 servings)
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Score 74

A low-cost basic astragalus capsule with minimal source and potency detail. It works for traditional use but not precise supplementation.
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1000mg • 120 servings Astragalus 500 mg • 120 Capsule(s) • 120 servings $46.43 ($0.38 per serving)
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Analysis

The capsule supplies 470 mg of astragalus without identifying whether it is an extract or plain root powder. Species, active markers, organic status, and purity credentials are also absent.

The simple formula can fit traditional low-intensity use, but active exposure is unpredictable. It does not include vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc, or other ingredients that broaden immune support.

The product suits budget-conscious users who want a basic astragalus capsule. Those seeking concentrated or standardized potency should select a more clearly characterized extract.

Who is it for
  • Budget-conscious astragalus users
  • Adults seeking a basic whole-herb capsule
  • People who prefer simple formulations
Best for
  • Traditional daily use
  • Low-intensity botanical routines
  • Inexpensive trial use

Pros

  • Clearly states the astragalus amount
  • Simple single-ingredient formula
  • Convenient capsule format

Cons

  • Species and plant part are not stated
  • Preparation type is unclear
  • No active-marker or purity data

Warnings

  • Astragalus may interfere with immunosuppressant medicines.
  • People managing autoimmune conditions should review use with their clinician.

Nutrient quality

68 High impact

Plain root material lacks extract concentration, active-marker standardization, and species detail. The supplied amount has a meaningful limitation for focused use.

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Ingredient transparency

77 High impact

The main active amounts are clearly listed, making the core formula possible to assess. Intake directions, non-active ingredients, and key botanical-quality details are absent from the supplied data.

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Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The supplied average is very strong and the response volume is substantial. No detailed feedback is provided to assess recurring complaints or fit with the intended purpose.

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Value for money

80 Highest impact

The serving may be economical, but incomplete botanical verification limits confidence in value. A better specified or more concentrated astragalus product would provide a stronger comparison.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Astragalus
470 mg
Adults 18–50 Women
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Astragalus · 470 mg OverallScore55
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The clearly disclosed root amount offers inexpensive access to astragalus, but plain root powder is less concentrated than a standardized extract. Missing species, active-marker, organic, and purity details limit confidence in botanical quality. Astragalus may stimulate immune activity, so people using immunosuppressive medicines after a transplant or for autoimmune disease should discuss its use with their treating clinician.

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81 Performance

Astragalus Extract 500 mg

NOW
<p>Its 500 mg astragalus root extract identifies polysaccharides, making the main ingredient easier to assess than an uncharacterized herb amount. Compared with the original, that ingredient profile is better characterized or more closely aligned with immune support; the species and active-marker concentration remain unstated.</p>
78 Performance

Astragalus

Herb Pharm
<p>Its label identifies an accepted astragalus species and the root source at 665 mg, making the botanical identity clearer. Compared with the original, that ingredient profile is better characterized or more closely aligned with immune support; no active-marker concentration is provided.</p>
77 Performance

Astragalus Root 2000 mg

Nature's Answer
<p>Its label identifies an accepted astragalus species and the root source at 2000 mg, making the botanical identity clearer. Compared with the original, that ingredient profile is better characterized or more closely aligned with immune support; no active-marker concentration is provided.</p>
75 Budget

Astragalus 550 mg

Nutricost
<p>Its 550 mg astragalus root powder provides a simple, focused herbal option without unrelated active ingredients. Compared with the original, it lowers the serving cost while retaining relevant astragalus support, although it is not an identified standardized extract, so active strength is uncertain.</p>
76 Budget

Astragalus 450 mg

Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
<p>Its focused astragalus root extract keeps the formula closely aligned with the original product’s main ingredient. It is not lower-cost than the original, but it is the closest remaining eligible fit for this category; the species and active-marker concentration remain unstated.</p>
78 Budget

Astragalus

Nature's Way
<p>Its astragalus root extract names astragalosides and is paired with additional whole astragalus, giving the formula a more clearly characterized herbal core. It is not lower-cost than the original, but it is the closest remaining eligible fit for this category; the label names the marker but does not state its concentration.</p>
77 Value

Full Spectrum Astragalus Extract 500 mg

Planetary Herbals
<p>Its focused astragalus root extract keeps the formula closely aligned with the original product’s main ingredient. Compared with the original, a somewhat higher serving cost and the disclosed ingredient profile create a useful quality-to-cost balance, although the species and active-marker concentration remain unstated.</p>
74 Value

Astragalus 500 mg

Nature's Answer
<p>Its astragalus root extract names astragalosides and is paired with additional whole astragalus, giving the formula a more clearly characterized herbal core. Compared with the original, a somewhat higher serving cost and the disclosed ingredient profile create a useful quality-to-cost balance, although the label names the marker but does not state its concentration.</p>
76 Value

Astragalus 1000 mg

AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas
<p>Its focused astragalus extract preserves the original product’s main herbal purpose in a concise formula. Compared with the original, a somewhat higher serving cost and the disclosed ingredient profile create a useful quality-to-cost balance, although the species, plant part, and active-marker concentration remain unclear.</p>
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