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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 Recurrent Toxic Hepatitis in a Caucasian Girl Related to the Use of Shou-Wu-Pian, a Chinese Herbal Preparation

66 citations , July 2005 in “Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition”

This case report describes acute liver injury in a 5-year-old Caucasian girl after ingesting the Chinese herbal product Shou-Wu-Pian, suggesting a potential link between this unregulated herbal remedy and hepatotoxicity.

research Genome-Wide Association Study and Transcriptome Differential Expression Analysis of the Feather Rate in Shouguang Chickens

2 citations , December 2020 in “Frontiers in genetics”

In this study, the researchers identified the SPEF2 and PRLR genes as potential candidates associated with feather rate phenotypes in Shouguang chickens through combined genome-wide association and differential expression analyses.

research 2,3,5,4′-Tetrahydroxystilbene-2-O-β-D-glucoside (TSG) from Polygonum multiflorum Thunb.: A Systematic Review on Anti-Aging

3 citations , April 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

This review evaluates the anti-aging properties of TSG from He shou wu, finding it may protect against age-related diseases through multiple mechanisms, though further research is needed for clinical application.

research Exploring the Medication Pattern of Externally Used Traditional Chinese Medicine Compound for Hair Loss in the National Patent Database Based on R Language Data Mining

December 2025

This study used R-language data mining to analyze patents of topical Chinese medicine for hair loss, identifying key medication patterns and ingredients in traditional formulations.

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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 Ways to prevent hair from becoming grey or delaying the greying of hairs? (Have You Heard of Catalase!?)

23 upvotes 1 year ago

Catalase is discussed as a potential treatment for delaying or reversing grey hair, but no reliable medicine currently exists. Other mentioned treatments include Imatinib, senolytics like Quercetin and Fisetin, He Shou Wu, Argan oil, and reishi mushroom extract, though their effectiveness varies.

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