Reynoutria multiflora (Zhi)
Steam-processed He Shou Wu — traditional 9x steaming with black beans transforms the raw laxative root into a blood/kidney nourishing tonic. ONLY use processed form. For premature graying, low back pain, and infertility. Raw form is laxative and hepatotoxic.
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Hepatotoxic drugs, laxatives, diabetes meds, digoxin.
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GI upset. HEPATOTOXICITY even with processed form — monitor liver.
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