Abstract:
PURPOSE: A composition containing Astragali Radix and Plantago asiatica complex extract is provided to suppress adipocyte differentiation and to prevent and treat obesity. CONSTITUTION: A pharmaceutical composition for preventing and treating obesity contains Astragali Radix and Plantago asiatica complex extract as an active ingredient. The extract is prepared using water, low carbon number alcohol of 1-4 carbon atoms, or a mixture solvent thereof. A health functional food for preventing and treating obesity contains the extract as an active ingredient. The health functional food is powder, granules, tablets, capsules, or drink.