Properties:
Product Name: Fleeceflower root extract, Fo-ti root extract, He Shou Wu extract
Latin Name: Polygonum multiflorum Thunb.
Part of used: Root
Appearance: Dark yellow fine powder
Specification: 10:1,15:1,20:1

Packing: Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside or as per your request.
Net weight: 25kg/drum
Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture and strong light/heat.

Description:
Tuber Fleeceflower has a long history of use in Chinese Traditional Medicine to treat discomfort of the liver and the kidney, because it was considered by ancient Chinese to have the ability of complementing Yin, which is essential to keep the balance of a healthy human body. Also as it was thought by ancient Chinese that the luster of hair is dependent on the function of the kidney, Fo Ti has been widely used as a cosmetics both taken orally and externally to polish and blacken the hair.

Function:
1. Anti-aging Effects 
Pharmacology studies show that ho-shou-wu extract improves the cardiovascular system, enhances immune functions, slows the degeneration of glands, increases antioxidant activity, and reduces the accumulation of lipid peroxidation, all of which may be taken into account for anti-aging effects of ho-sou-wu. Such findings suggest that ho-shou-wu is helpful in combating some of the processes that lead to conditions characteristic of old age, thereby also reducing the risk of fatal diseases (e.g., cancer) and incidents (e.g., heart attack, stroke).
2. Hepatic Protection 
Ho-shou-wu extract was shown to have effects on the hepatic antioxidant system superoxide dismutase (SOD), accumulation of lipid peroxidase, enhancement of cell-mediated immune responses, and lowering cholesterol, all of which are helpful and preventive for liver dysfunctions.
3. Alopecia & premature graying of hair 
Ho-shou-wu has also been investigated to treat alopecia and premature graying of hair. Alopecia may arise from numerous causes. According to the English-Chinese Encyclopedia of Practical Traditional Chinese Medicine, alopecia is mostly caused by deficiency of liver and kidney with subsequent failure of [blood to go up and nourish] the hair. In a clinic test, ho-shou-wu containing preparation given three times per day to bald patients for 1-3 months resulted in a 62% effective rate. In a similar test, ho-shou-wu containing preparation cured 30 of 36 persons affected by alopecia areata, with 4 others improved.
4. Constipation 
The anthraquinones containing in ho-sou-wu extract tend to cause soft stool and may even cause slight diarrhea, which is helpful for patients suffering from constipation.