Herbal Extracts

Fo-Ti Root Powder

The Fo Ti root has been used to tread colic, enteritis or the inflammation of the intestines, gout and hemorrhoids. Research is being done on its use to lower cholesterol and to aid in the acceptance of organ transplants. According to Chinese legend Fo Ti was used by a 58 year old man who ate it and then fathered many children. (SKU: SHP-B-9CE)
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Fo-Ti Root Powder Questions

Q. Under what classification is Fo ti root sold? How long? Is Fo ti root used as tonic herb in Chinese cooking? Is it safe for long term consumption? Any reference on it's safety available?

Asked by Fongchan Saphakkul on September 20, 2005.

A. Fo ti root is used in traditional chinese medicine to combat aging, treat infections and correct erectile dysfunction. It is also widely praised as a rejuvenative tonic and is believed to be capable of preventing other signs of aging (such as grey hair or falling hair). Research conducted on fo ti root has shown it to lower blood cholesterol levels and decrease many symptoms of atherosclerosis. Studies in China have investigated its use in enhancing the immune system and promoting the formation of red blood cells.

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.  Taking more than 15 grams of processed fo ti root powder may cause numbness or tingling in the arms and legs. Unprocessed root may cause mild diarrhea in some individuals.
There are currently no known drug interactions with fo ti root.

References


  1. Bone K. Clinical Applications of Ayurvedic and Chinese Herbs. Warwick, Australia: Phytotherapy Press, 1996, pp. 49—51.
  2. Foster S, Yue CX. Herbal Emissaries: Bringing Chinese Herbs to the West. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press, 1992, pp. 79—85.
  3. Foster S. Herbal Renaissance. Layton, UT: Gibbs-Smith Publisher, 1993, pp. 40—1.
  4. Foster S. Herbs for Your Health. Loveland, CO: Interweave Press, 1996, pp. 40—1.
  5. Xiao PG, Xing ST, Wang LW. Immunological aspects of Chinese medicinal plants as antiaging drugs. Journal of Ethnopharmacology 1993;38:167-175.

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