He shou wu (Fo-ti)
He shou wu is commonly called “fo-ti”. You will find this herb used in hair tonic formulas. These over the counter remedies have many other vitamins in their ingredients, but the active ingredient is the he shou wu.
This herb is used to improve hair growth and quality. It also a supreme fertility tonic. It is used by both men and women to improve fertility. You will need to take it about a month to see new hair growth. You will typically see the growth at the hairline. This is used as a longevity tonic in Chinese medicine.
Chinese Medicine Indications:
Secures the essence, stops leakage. Nocturnal emission, vaginal discharge.
Moistens the intestines, unblocks the bowels. Blood deficient constipation.
Expels wind from the skin by nourishing the blood – for wind rash due to blood deficiency.
Treats malarial disorder