Gou ji may help prevent osteoporosis

Korean and Vietnamese biochemists have investigated the Chinese herb Gou Ji (Rhizoma Cibotii barometz - or chain fern rhizome) as a possible treatment for osteoporosis. The herb is also known in Vietnam as the vegetable lamb plant, based on a legend of lambs springing fully grown from its seeds. It has traditionally been classified in Chinese medicine as a Kidney and Liver tonic that strengthens t ...

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