Effectiveness of Xiao-Chai-Hu-Tang for Patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Protocol for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

The conversation discusses using shou wu chih or fo-ti/he shou wu for hair loss, with OP noticing stiffer beard and body hair. A user warns about potential liver damage from fo-ti and questions the effectiveness of alternative medicine.

Polygonum multiflorum, also known as Fo-ti or He Shou Wu, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Users are interested in its effectiveness and dosage.

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of combining Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

He Shou Wu (fo-ti) is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report positive results, while others remain skeptical or have not noticed any changes.