Fleeceflower Root Fo-Ti root Benefits.

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Fo-Ti Root Extract INCI Name Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract Fleeceflower Root Ho-Shou-Wu Extract Maltiflower Knotweed Tuber Fleeceflower Radix Polygoni MuItiflori photo picture image Note: In the United States, Canada, and other English-speaking countries, no distinction may be made between unprocessed or processed fo-ti. Be sure that the product you purchase is appropriate for the condition you intend to treat.

 Both types of fo-ti are available individually in a number of oral dosage forms that include bulk powder, capsules, extracts, and syrups. Much more frequently, one or both forms are included in tonics that contain 15 or more herbals. All of these fo-ti products have different dosage recommendations for different conditions. If you decide to use fo-ti, follow the directions on the package you purchase.

 As a tonic, fo-ti has been taken daily for lifetimes by millions of individuals. In general, however, laxatives should be used only long enough to correct constipation ? never longer than 7 to 10 days because prolonged use has been associated with the loss of potassium from the body. Potassium levels that are too low can cause muscle weakness and potentially dangerous heart rhythm changes.

 Dosage:A tea can be made from processed roots by boiling 3-5 grams in 250 ml (1 cup) of water for ten to fifteen minutes. Three or more cups are drunk each day. Fo-ti tablets, each in the amount of 500 mg, are also available. Many people take five tablets three times per day.

 Standard Dosage:10-30 g. Decocted in water for an oral dose. Prepared fleece flower root should be used for replenishing the vital essence and blood. The raw fleece flower root is used to treat malaria, clearing away toxins and moistening the bowels. Fresh fleece flower root is the best for clearing away toxin and moistening the bowels.

 Many herbalists and TCM practitioners recommend 4~8 grams of fo ti per day, which can be taken either in capsules or in tea form.

 The typical recommended intake is 1~1 1/2 teaspoons (4~8 grams) per day.5 A tea can be made from processed roots by boiling 1/2~1 teaspoons (3~5 grams) in 1 cup (250 ml) of water for ten to fifteen minutes. Three or more cups are suggested each day. Five fo-ti tablets (500 mg each) can be taken three times per day.

 Indicated for:Blood deficiency, premature graying of the hair, nerve damage, wind rash, eczema, sores, carbuncles, goiter, scrofula and inflammation of lymph nodes and heat toxicity. Immune boosting.

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last edit date:1st,June.2009.