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Fo-ti Root

Main Ingredients: Fo-ti Root (AKA: Polygonum Multiflorum, Chinese Knotweed)

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6 Effectiveness

2.6 Side Effects

6 Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 1 Fo-ti Root side effect and 10 Fo-ti Root benefits.

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Effectiveness of Fo-ti Root by Condition

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Hair Loss / Thinning

Sexual Dysfunction

Anti-Aging & Cell Health

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Cholesterol

Hyperthyroidism

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Effectiveness on "Hair Loss / Thinning"

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Fo-ti Root, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	60%	20%	20%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	20%	80%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Breathing	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Confidence	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Digestion	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Emotional Well-being	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Energy	0%	40%	40%	0%	20%
Eyesight	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Memory	0%	40%	40%	0%	20%
Mental Clarity	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Pain	0%	0%	60%	20%	20%
Patience	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Sexual Health	0%	40%	40%	0%	20%
Skin Complexion	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%
Sleep	0%	40%	40%	0%	20%
Stress Level	0%	20%	60%	0%	20%

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Commonly Reported Fo-ti Root Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Diarrhea	80%	0%	20%	0%	0%
Gas	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Hair Growth	66.7%	33.3%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Fo-ti Root Side Effects

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Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams	50%	0%	0%	50%	0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure	75%	0%	25%	0%	0%

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28 Sep 2018	I have seen fo-ti root make my dad's hair turn black after minimal use, it is good for hair loss and grey hair —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
17 May 2014	Excellent —Posted by SHANKAR Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
02 Aug 2011	I used also other supplements, such as Pantogar, Saw Palmetto, PABA, Omega3, Glucosamine&Condroitin Sulphat&MSM, Collagen Type1 and 3, Hyaluronic Acid,Biotin 600 mcg X2 times daily,Vitamin D3,Resveratrol, Pycnogenol,Lycopene, Tribulus, Horny Goat, Saw Palmetto (rarely, with the exception of the small amount I used in daily multis). Thats the reason why I don't know what effects against Hair Loss comes from what. But currently I feel the roots of my hair feel good. —Posted by Blueberry11051 Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use