Fo-Ti (He Shou-Wu, Cured Slices)

Fo-Ti Root (Polygonum multiflorum) is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as a longevity tonic. It is used to treat a variety of ailments including constipation, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Fo-Ti Root is used in TCM formulas to nourish the blood, liver, and kidneys. This will also support the skin, hair and overall energy levels. Active components of Fo-Ti Root have neuroprotective and antioxidant effects that may slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. Other active ingredients in Fo-Ti Root are thought to enhance memory and learning. Fo-Ti Root's antioxidant content may benefit people with hyperlipidemia (high blood fat levels) and help decrease LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Fo-Ti Root contains rhein, a compound that has anti-tumor, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, rhein has been found to inhibit the progression of various cancers, such as breast, cervical, colon, lung, and ovarian cancer.