He Shou Wu

Four Things to Know Before Buying Shou Wu

1. Observe The Label. You want to see at least 1000mg dosage (Usually this is split by two 500mg tablets) if the company won't show you the label ... run the other way.

2. Is It A 1 Month Supply? "You Get What You Pay For" There are some well known vitamin and herbal companies selling Shou Wu and only giving you a 15 day supply. Customers usually think there getting a deal, but half way through the month find out why. Look at the serving size! Here are some examples of a 15 day supply. A 30 tablet bottle with a dose of 2 tablets once a day. A 60 tablet bottle with a dose of 2 tablets twice a day. A 100 tablet bottle with a dose of 3 tablets twice a day. All of these combination's are falling short of the bar. They do this because it makes the price "appear" to be half as much as there competitors.

3. Proprietary Blends. Most Shou Wu or Hair Growth products on the market do not work because they do not actually have enough Shou Wu or Fo Ti Root in them. Reason being that they blend it with other ingredients and have fancy names like (proprietary blend) so they don't have to tell you how much Shou Wu is actually in it

4. How Potent Is Your Shou Wu? One way you can gauge the potency your Shou Wu is by finding out if it is an Extract. Extracts can be 10, 20 or even 100 times the concentration of a powder. For Example If you compared a 500mg tablet of Shou Wu powder to a 500mg tablet of Shou Wu 12:1 extract you would find it would take twelve 500mg tablets of the powder to equal one 500mg tablet of 12:1 extract. Which one do you think offers the best results? The irony is that powders are often marked up very high, and while extracts cost vitamin companies much more it might not cost you more. Here's one way to look at it. We know that twelve 500mg powder tablets equal one 500mg 12:1 extract tablet. Lets say the extract version costs 3 times more; however you get close to 7 times more Shou Wu so the value clearly lies with the extract. Also remember that the higher the extract ratio is the more potent and concentrated it is! Natures Elements offers the purest and most potent Shou Wu as a 12:1 extract. This Extract is contained in both our Original Shou Wu and our Advanced Shou Wu Formula under our Hair Renewal Catagory.

He Shou Wu is a Tonic Worthy of Taking For the Rest of One's Life

For centuries, the Chinese have talked about an all natural herbal formula and its ability to bring back hair to its original natural color. Now for the first time in centuries, this time-tested Chinese formula is being brought to the U.S. It's called Shou Wu which literally means "the man with dark hair" in Chinese. Originating from the People's Republic of China, Shou Wu is also commonly referred to as Fo-Ti. This amazing component is extracted from the root of the ancient medicinal herb of the nutrient rich wild Eastern Rose Plant. Shou Wu is scientifically termed polygonum multiflorum and is a close relative to resveratrol. Both Shou Wu and resveratrol have been suggested to extend lifespan.

Shou Wu is the most amazing longevity tonic of all. Shou Wu is still used today in TCM to prevent premature hair loss, graying, and to regulate excessive aging by tonifying the Liver and Kidney functions. It is also known for nourishing the blood, and fortifying the tendons, muscles and bones. Shou Wu is used to reduce cholesterol in part to its lecithin content. All these reasons are what make He Shou Wu a tonic worthy of taking for the rest of one's life.

The Legend of He Shou Wu

The legend states Mr. He was a 58 year old man who was depressed because he was impotent and unable to have children. While wandering in the forests one day he came across a plant that reminded him of two lovers, when he dug up the roots they resembled a man and a woman. Taking this as a sign he ground up the root and started using the herb. Within a few months he felt increased vitality and within a year his hair turned from white to black. That is where the name He Shou Wu, translated to Mr. He's Black Hair, was found. But not only did it turn Mr. He's hair back to black, he lived on to have 12 children and 130 years old.

Shou Wu is a Jing Tonic

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that all health obstacles are caused by imbalances within our bodies. Problems can occur when an excess amount of moisture, heat, dryness, cold, toxins, phlegm or stagnation build up. This can cause an unbalanced or shortness of vital energies known as the three Treasures: Qi (Vitality), Shen (Spirit) and Jing (Essence). Good health is only achieved when the body is considered to be in perfect balance. He Shou Wu is a Jing Tonic widely known for helping to prevent premature aging. He Shou Wu is an extraordinary herb for the liver and kidneys, fortifying the ligaments tendons and bones. He Shou Wu is known for increasing sperm and making ova more vital, making it an excellent fertility herb.

He Shou Wu is also Known as Fo-Ti

Fo Ti is a native specie of China and serves as one of the most powerful herbs. Fo Ti is known for restoring natural hair color and preventing it from graying. People who have used Fo Ti have seen improvement in reducing gray hair and some notice that the hair gradually returns to its original color. In addition Fo Ti may relieve pain within the knees, relieve lower back pain, and boost the immune system.

Natures Elements provides the best and purest form of Shou Wu. This hair growth herb contains a powerful 12:1 extract of Shou Wu. A 12:1 extract means that out of 120 pounds only 10 pounds of extracted ingredients are used resulting in a higher concentration for the tablets. This concentrated form of Shou Wu allows us to put 1,000 mg of Shou Wu in each serving. This potency is not commonly found in other products, so don't be fooled by imitators whose product may contain less milligrams and/or no extracted formula. Competitors often sell a less potent formula requiring you to take up to 3 tablets, 3 times a day or more. That's a total of 9 tablets! Because our Shou Wu is so concentrated you only need to consume 2 tablets once in the morning.

How Long Should I Take He Shou Wu?

He Shou Wu is taken daily with two small easy to swallow tablets. Each bottle of He Shou Wu contains a 1-month supply. Although He Shou Wu may work quicker from one individual to the next, we recommend you use He Shou Wu on a daily basis. After consistent use for at least 3-4 months, you should begin to see and feel results. You will achieve continued results the longer you are on the product. Be sure to order an ample supply. Natural supplements are designed to create a holistic balance within the body and can take time to propagate through your system. Be patient stick with it...you’ll be glad you did!

Safety

He Shou Wu is generally considered to be a safe herb, but should not be used during a severe illness such as cold and/or flu, or during an infection. Those with Spleen deficiency and/or those who commonly experience loose stools, diarrhea, poor appetite or chronic digestive weakness should use with caution. Anyone with illness, liver/ kidney problems, frequent use of alcohol or taking any medications as well as pregnant or lactating women should consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Stop use and see a physician if you develop any symptoms that indicate liver problems such as brown urine, light colored stools, jaundice, fever, vomiting. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.

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