Fo-ti, The Elixir of Life, also known as He Shou Wu in traditional Chinese herbal medicine, is said to possess almost magical rejuvenating properties.
The elderly use it to help maintain hair color, preserve youthfulness, and restore fertility and virility.
Among the younger generation Fo-Ti is often used by athletes to support stamina and endurance and is suggested to shorten recovery time after a work out.
It contains glycosides that account for the herb's use as an adaptogen, or herb used to improve general health and vitality.
He shou wu roots contain compounds that support immune, nervous and hormonal systems and stimulate the endocrine system.
Safety Issues: Though there have been no detailed safety studies, Fo-ti has been used traditionally in China at doses up to 15000 mg.
Safety in small children, pregnant or nursing women and those with severe health problems has not been established.
Fo-ti has been used for the following:
Aging
Blurred vision
Cholesterol
Endocrine stimulation
Energy
Hair health and restoration
Insomnia
Malaria
Numbness
Rejuvenation
Sexual vitality
Size Available 4oz