9.3 Astragalus membranaceus (Family Fabaceae) Astragalus membranaceus , commonly known Mongolian milkvetch and also known in traditional Chinese medicine as Huang Qi, is a plant noted for its anti-tumor, immunomodulatory [302], diuretic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic [303], and antidiabetic activities [304]
Treatment typically begins with 3 mg once daily for 30 days , followed by an increase to 7 mg daily
Oxidative stress and phthalate-induced down-regulation of steroidogenesis in MA-10 Leydig cells
In skin specifically, GHK-Cu has been extensively studied for its ability to increase collagen and elastin production, improve skin thickness and elasticity, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin firmness, reduce photodamage, reduce hyperpigmentation, and accelerate wound healing