Beyond Resveratrol: The Health Benefits of Japanese Knotweed

Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum var. Japonicus or Hu Zhang) is an herb used in
traditional Chinese medicine. The root of the herb has been used clinically for increased lipid levels, endotoxic shock, infection, inflammation, cancer and other conditions.¹

Over 67 compounds have been identified in Polygonum cuspidatum, including quinones, stilbenes, flavonoids, coumarins and lignans.¹ One of the most remarkable compounds identified to date is the stilbenoid resveratrol, which studies have found to be of benefit in numerous conditions. The compound has even shown life-extending effects in yeast, worms and flies.²

Many may associate resveratrol with wine, however, trans-resveratrol is …read more