Sunday, April 10, 2011

Depression Herbs: Ho Shou Wu

Ho Shou Wu (Fo-Ti) is a Chinese herb that is used for a variety of ailments. This herb's effects are compared to ginseng. That is why it is also great for depression. Ho Shou Wu and Ginseng help give a similar effect.

Ho Shou Wu is not a main depression herb. Like ginseng, Ho Shou Wu energizes your body and brings more blood flow to your brain. Any herb that helps blood flow more freely to your brain and improves brain functioning will, in return, treat depression. Ho Shou Wu is considered one of the greatest herbs in China, mostly for it's other health benefits. If you are trying to treat depression, Ho Shou Wu will most likely be effective on mild cases.

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