Fallopia Japonica

Fallopia japonica is a synonym of Reynoutria japonica, commonly known as Japanese knotweed, a large, herbaceous perennial plant of the knotweed and buckwheat family Polygonaceae. It is native to East Asia in Japan, China and Korea. Other English names for Japanese knotweed include fleece flower, Himalayan fleece vine, monkey weed, monkey fungus, Hancock's curse, elephant ears, pea shooters, donkey rhubarb, sally rhubarb, Japanese bamboo, American bamboo, and Mexican bamboo. In Chinese medicine, it is known as Huzhang, which translates to "tiger stick“

The root of Japanese Knotweed is richer in resveratrol than any other known plant and now it is the primary natural source of resveratrol, which is considered to have a number of beneficial effects, including anticancer, antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and estrogenic activity
Fallopia Japonica

Benefits of resveratrol include

Antioxidant – Resveratrol may prevent aging by protecting cellular DNA from free-radical damage.

Cardiovascular – Due to the high content of resveratrol in Japanese Knotweed root, the plant offers benefits for treating cardiovascular disease. Resveratrol decreases the viscosity of the blood and acts as anticoagulant to thin blood, effective in treating cardiovascular disease by reducing thrombosis and embolisms that can block arteries and lead to myocardial and cerebral infarctions.

Cancer – Japanese Knotweed root has been used as an anti-cancer agent due to its high concentration of resveratrol and corresponding metabolite.

Weight Loss – Resveratrol is the most potent natural polyphenolic compound able to enhance lipid oxidation for fat burning.

Diabetes – Resveratrol helps prevent insulin resistance, a condition in which the body becomes less sensitive to the blood sugar-lowering hormone insulin. The condition can lead to diabetes.

Fallopia Multiflora Root
(He Shou Wu)

Fallopia japonica is a synonym of Reynoutria japonica, commonly known as Japanese knotweed, a large, herbaceous perennial plant of the knotweed and buckwheat family Polygonaceae. It is native to East Asia in Japan, China and Korea. Other English names for Japanese knotweed include fleece flower, Himalayan fleece vine, monkey weed, monkey fungus, Hancock's curse, elephant ears, pea shooters, donkey rhubarb, sally rhubarb, Japanese bamboo, American bamboo, and Mexican bamboo. In Chinese medicine, it is known as Huzhang, which translates to "tiger stick“

The root of Japanese Knotweed is richer in resveratrol than any other known plant and now it is the primary natural source of resveratrol, which is considered to have a number of beneficial effects, including anticancer, antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and estrogenic activity
Fallopia Japonica

Benefits of resveratrol include

- Antioxidant – Resveratrol may prevent aging by protecting cellular DNA from free-radical damage.

- Cardiovascular - Due to the high content of resveratrol in Japanese Knotweed root, the plant offers benefits for treating cardiovascular disease. Resveratrol decreases the viscosity of the blood and acts as anticoagulant to thin blood, effective in treating cardiovascular disease by reducing thrombosis and embolisms that can block arteries and lead to myocardial and cerebral infarctions.

- Cancer - Japanese Knotweed root has been used as an anti-cancer agent due to its high concentration of resveratrol and corresponding metabolite.

- Weight Loss - Resveratrol is the most potent natural polyphenolic compound able to enhance lipid oxidation for fat burning.

- Diabetes - Resveratrol helps prevent insulin resistance, a condition in which the body becomes less sensitive to the blood sugar-lowering hormone insulin. The condition can lead to diabetes.

 

B-Group Vitamins

Vitamin B is a group of water-soluble vitamins that are vital for various body functions, such as the production of energy and blood cells. Although the body uses carbohydrates, fat and protein for fuel, it is the B vitamins that allow your body to use it. Although B group vitamins are found in many foods, they are water-soluble and easily destroyed by cooking, food preparation and alcohol. The body is also not able to store most types of Vitamin B, so a poor diet may lead to a deficiency within a few months.
Fallopia Japonica
Vitamin B1 - also known as thiamine, is essential for energy production. It helps the enzymes responsible for converting carbohydrates to energy to function properly. Vitamin B1 also helps to metabolize protein and fat, maintains healthy nerve, brain and muscle function and supports good heart health. Vitamin B1 is found in whole grains, seeds (especially sesame seeds), legumes, wheat germ, nuts, yeast and pork.

Vitamin B2 - also known as riboflavin, is important for the metabolism of other B vitamins, especially Vitamin B3, B6 and folic acid. Vitamin B2 also plays an important role in maintaining healthy hair, skin, nails and eyes. It helps the liver to detoxify our bodies of pollutants and toxins that we are exposed to in the environment. Vitamin B2 is found in milk and dairy products such as yoghurt, whole grains, egg whites, green leafy vegetables, meat and yeast.

Vitamin B3 – also known as niacin, is an important vitamin that is needed for the function of over 200 enzymes in the body, especially those involved in energy production. It also maintains healthy cell division, reduces inflammation, supports healthy nerve and brain function and helps to maintain blood sugar levels within a healthy range. Vitamin B3 is also important for the health of the lining of the digestive tract. It is found in meats, including fish and poultry, milk, eggs, whole grains, nuts and mushrooms.

Vitamin B5 - also known as pantothenic acid. It is found in a wide variety of foods. It helps to regulate fat and cholesterol production and is necessary for the manufacture of hormones. These hormones play a part in fertility, inflammation and our reactions to stress. Vitamin B5 also maintains nerve fiber insulation, which is essential for normal nerve impulse transmission. Vitamin B5 is found in many foods, but particularly good sources include liver, milk, kidneys, eggs, meat, yeast, peanuts and legumes.

Vitamin B6 - also called pyridoxine and is found mainly in muscle tissue. It is essential for making amino acids, the building blocks of proteins needed for tissue growth and repair. It also maintains muscle function, energy production, a healthy immune system, supports the reproductive system and maintains fluid balance. Vitamin B6 is necessary for the manufacture of certain brain chemicals that have a calming effect on the nervous system. It is found in cereal grains, legumes, leafy green vegetables, fish, shellfish, meat, poultry, nuts, liver and fruit.

Vitamin B12 - also known as cobalamin. It has many important effects, such as regulating cell division and the growth of red blood cells. It is also necessary for making myelin sheaths around nerves, which allow for the efficient transmission of nerve impulses. Vitamin B12 also plays an important role in mood regulation and maintenance of the lining of the digestive tract. As we age, our bodies are not able to absorb as much Vitamin B12 from foods, which is why the elderly are particularly at risk of a Vitamin B12 deficiency. It is found in liver, meat, milk, cheese and eggs.

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