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    GlossaryPolygonum multiflorum (He Shou Wu)

    traditional Chinese herb, also known as Fo-Ti, used for hair health

    Polygonum multiflorum, commonly known as Fo-Ti or He Shou Wu, is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb reputed for its potential benefits in promoting hair growth and overall vitality. It is often used in herbal remedies to treat conditions like alopecia and is believed to restore hair color and strength, although scientific evidence supporting these claims is limited.

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      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.

      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  109 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.