Fo-Ti Root Powder (Ho Shou Wu) – Organic

Organic Fo-Ti Root Powder is made from the dried root of the fo-ti plant, also known as he shou wu. With its earthy flavor and fine texture, it can be enjoyed as a warm tea or blended into smoothies and herbal recipes.

Convenient and shelf-stable, this versatile powder has a long tradition of use in Eastern cuisines and preparations. It’s a simple way to explore the unique taste of fo-ti in everyday routines.

1. The Fo-Ti plant is native to China, Japan, and Taiwan.
2. This perennial vine can grow anywhere from six to thirty feet in length.
3. However, the Root of the Fo-Ti plant is where it may gain its natural abilities.
4. Known in the Orient as the ‘Elixir of Life,’ this famous Root is China’s most renowned herb for longevity.
5. The common Chinese name for the Fo-Ti Root is Ho Shou Wu, named after the man who discovered this plant’s amazing benefits during the Tang Dynasty.

Legend has it that at 58 years old, Ho Shou Wu could not conceive a child. After being advised to take Fo-Ti Root for his problem, he fathered many children, and amazingly his hair turned from gray to black while his body amazingly looked years younger.

This legendary man supposedly lived to be 160 years old, with his children living to be 130 years old. Their long lives were attributed to the magical Fo-Ti Root. When he died, Ho Shou Wu still had his youthful black hair, and Ho Shou Wu, translated from Chinese, actually means Mr. Ho Black Hair.

Fo-Ti Root remains one of the most highly praised herbs in Chinese medicine used to support the aging process possibly.

Our cured Organic Red Fo-ti Root Powder may support longevity, male endurance, glandular health, and a healthy immune system response. Fo-Ti Root has been used traditionally to support the rejuvenation of the body. To get the maximum benefit from Fo-Ti Root, ours has been traditionally cured in a black bean sauce. This preparation is commonly referred to as Red Fo-Ti and is considered superior to uncured White Fo-Ti, which may cause gastrointestinal upset.

Fo-Ti Root has wonderful supportive qualities for the blood, heart, and circulatory system. A key component of Fo-Ti Root, Lecithin, may help support overall cardiovascular health. Also a great supportive aid for the digestive system, Fo-Ti Root has mild purgative and laxative qualities that may support a healthy detoxification process.

Research shows that the emodin found in Fo-Ti Root may be very supportive of those suffering from autoimmune conditions or organ transplant rejection due to its ability to nourish the immunity levels of human cells. Fo-ti is a natural source of zinc, iron, and copper. Zinc is an essential trace mineral required by all forms of life. Numerous aspects of cellular metabolism are zinc-dependent. Zinc plays an important role in growth and development, immune response, neurological function, and reproduction. Zinc is important to our reproductive functions.

Modern studies show that Fo-Ti Root may support overall male health. With amazing abilities to support the aging process, Fo-Ti Root may be helpful to the elderly suffering from common joint health issues. Fo-Ti gains its exemplary supportive qualities from numerous nutrients, including emodin, phospholipids, anthraquinones, glucosides, and leucoanthocyanidins.

Some possible traditional uses of Red Fo-Ti Root Powder may include:

1. May support overall cardiovascular health
2. May support a healthy immune system response
3. May support male health
4. May help to alleviate constipation
5. May support glandular health
6. Possesses astringent qualities
7. May support the reduction of bleeding internally & externally
8. May help to increase red blood cell count
9. May support a healthy bacterial response
10. May support healthy liver & kidney function

Some research suggests that Fo-ti may contain the following constituents:

1. Minerals: Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Chromium
2. Vitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin,
3. Phospholipids: Lecithin
4. Glucosides: Tetrahydroxystilbene
5. Phytochemicals: DI-O-Galloylprocyanidin, Galloyl-L-Catechin, Galloyl-L-Epicatechin, Galloyl-Procyanidin-B-1, Chrysophanic-Acid, D-Catechin, D-Epicatechin, Emodin, Rhaponticin, Rhapontin

Fo-Ti Root has been used for its amazing medicinal qualities for thousands of years. This secret of the Orient is now available to you. Rejuvenate your body with our Organic Red Fo-Ti Root powder.

Suggested Use: Mix 1 tablespoon with juice yogurt, add to your favorite or infuse into a tea.

Mixing suggestions: To increase flavor and nutritional profile, combine our whey protein isolate and lucuma powders in a smoothie.

Botanical Name: Polygonum.

Other Names: Red Fo-Ti, Cured Fo-ti, Ho Shou Wu, He Shou Wu, Shou Wu Chih, Kashuu, Chinese Cornbind, Flowery Knotweed, Chinese Cornbind, Chinese Knotweed, Climbing Knotweed, Flowery Knotweed, Fo-Ti Tieng, Multiflora Preparata, Polygonum, Polygonum, Polygonum Multiflorum Thunberg, Radix Polygoni Multiflori, Radix Polygoni Shen Min, Rhizoma, Shen Min, Shou Wu, Shou Wu Pian, Tuber Fleeceflower, Zhihe Shou Wu, Zi Shou Wu.

Parts Used: Fo-Ti Root.

Ingredients: Fo-ti Root and Black Beans.

Origin: Grown and dried in China and packaged with care in Florida, USA.

Certifications: Certified USDA Organic.