Picture of Fo-Ti, an ingredient in Alveo.

• FO-TI (fo-ti)

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Polygonum Multiflorum

AKA: He Shou Wu, Chinese Knotweed, Climbing Knotweed, Flowering Knotweed

ORIGIN: China

CIRCA: 700 A.D.

TYPE OF PLANT: Crawling Vine

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Undetermined

 

 

ABOUT: Fo-Ti has been known and honored in Asia for centuries as a tonic for Kidney and Liver Functions and it is believed to be a natural Antioxidant and Free-Radical scavenger. It has been shown that Fo-Ti has the ability to strengthen Tendons, Ligaments Bones, and the Lower Back, and Knees. It also has been reported to prevent Premature Aging, as well as being beneficial in decreasing Blood Sugar Levels in Diabetics, and can act as a natural Diuretic. High Cholesterol, Heart Conditions, Poor Circulation, Insomnia and Chronic Bronchitis are among the conditions that Fo-Ti alleges to relieve. Providing strength, resilience and stamina, Fo-Ti is usually recommended as a superior herb for athletes, offering increased Energy while rejuvenating the body and acting as a natural Anti-Inflammatory.

BENEFITS:

  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Antioxidant
  • Asthma
  • Bladder
  • Bronchitis
  • Cholesterol
  • Circulation
  • Diabetes
  • Energy
  • Gallbladder
  • Heart
  • Insomnia
  • Kidney
  • Liver
  • Lung
  • Premature Aging
  • Strengthens Body