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

13 upvotes 3 years 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 Anybody else trying shou wu chih or just straight fo-ti/he shou wu

3 upvotes 3 years ago

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.

community Ancient Chinese medicine may hold the key to hair regrowth

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 5 months ago

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.

community Polygonum multiflorum - research suggests this is effective

7 upvotes 3 months ago

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.

community 1 month on min and derma pen every 10 days. Can you see a difference?

in Is this regrowth? 111 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been using 5% minoxidil and a derma pen for one month, experiencing shedding but noticing potential new hair growth. They plan to add finasteride to their regimen.

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research He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum)-Induced Hepatocellular Hepatitis

October 2017 in “The American journal of gastroenterology”

This study reports a case linking the use of the herbal supplement He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) to acute hepatocellular hepatitis, highlighting potential herb-induced liver injury.

research Latín cadurcum 'female genitals' and Hesychian Greek xá8veog `hog': is there any connection between the terms?

1 citations , January 2006 in “Maia-rivista Di Letterature Classiche”

This review discusses the bioactive compounds and biological activities of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. and highlights concerns about its hepatotoxicity, but reports no new clinical results.

Toxic Hepatitis Induced by Shou-Wu-Pian, a Chinese Herbal Preparation

research Toxic Hepatitis Induced by Show-Wu-Pian, a Chinese Herbal Preparation

37 citations , January 2010 in “Internal Medicine”

This case report highlights a 53-year-old woman who developed acute hepatitis after taking shou-wu-pian for eight months, suggesting that Chinese herbal preparations can sometimes cause liver damage.

research Acute Hepatitis Due to Shen-Min

74 citations , August 2006 in “Journal of clinical gastroenterology”

This report describes a case of acute liver injury in a woman following the use of Shen-Min, a herbal hair growth supplement, highlighting a potential link to acute hepatitis.

research Topically used herbal products for the treatment of hair loss: preclinical and clinical studies

25 citations , July 2017 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

This review summarizes preclinical and clinical information on herbal products for hair loss treatment, highlighting their mechanisms, follicular penetration, and potential side effects, suggesting they may offer alternatives to synthetic drugs with fewer side effects.

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