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Source of validity: Traditional
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Carthamus, commonly known as safflower (Carthamus tinctorius), has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Chinese and Middle Eastern practices. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), safflower is used to "invigorate the blood" and is sometimes prescribed in herbal formulas aimed at supporting liver health or treating liver conditions, including hepatitis. The rationale is often based on its purported ability to improve blood circulation and reduce "blood stasis," concepts rooted in TCM theory rather than modern biomedical understanding.

Scientific evidence supporting the use of Carthamus for hepatitis is limited. A few preclinical studies (in vitro and animal models) have reported potential hepatoprotective effects of safflower extracts, such as antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties that could, in theory, be beneficial in liver diseases. However, robust human clinical trials are lacking, and there is insufficient evidence to firmly establish efficacy or safety for hepatitis treatment. Thus, the primary justification for using Carthamus in this context remains traditional. Current medical guidelines do not endorse its use for hepatitis, and more research would be required to validate these historical practices in a scientific context.

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