Japanese Knotweed powder
Polygonum Cuspidatum
Description
Product description
Latin name: Polygonum cuspidatum. Also known by the English name: Japanese Knotweed.
Antioxidant
One of the most important bioactive substances in the root of the Japanese Knotweed is resveratrol. This substance is known as an antioxidant. That is why Japanese Knotweed offers protection against free radicals**. Thanks in part to vitamin C, Japanese Knotweed can also function as an antioxidant**.
Menopausal symptoms
In addition to resveratrol, the plant also contains emodin, a substance classified as a phytoestrogen. Japanese knotweed can therefore also alleviate menopausal symptoms**.
Vitamins & Minerals
The Japanese Knotweed also contains vitamins and minerals, including a high concentration of vitamin C and A. The minerals that the plant contains include zinc, potassium, phosphorus and magnesium.
NB: This product information cannot replace the advice of a doctor or therapist. Always consult your doctor or therapist if you are taking medication. This product is not a registered medicine but a herbal preparation. A food supplement may not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
**The health claims attributed to Japanese Knotweed are still awaiting European approval.