Evidence supporting the use of: Houttynia
For the health condition: Jaundice (adults)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Houttuynia cordata, commonly known as "fish mint" or "dokudami," has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems across East and Southeast Asia. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Houttuynia is believed to have cooling and detoxifying properties and is often used to "clear heat" and "eliminate toxins" from the body. These concepts are sometimes interpreted as being relevant for conditions like jaundice, which is characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated bilirubin levels, and is often associated with "damp-heat" syndromes in TCM frameworks. Historically, Houttuynia has been included in herbal formulas intended to support liver function and manage symptoms such as those seen in jaundice. However, while there are some laboratory studies indicating potential hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory properties of Houttuynia extracts, there is minimal direct scientific evidence specifically supporting its efficacy for treating jaundice in adults. The clinical evidence is very limited, and well-designed human trials are lacking. Therefore, the use of Houttuynia for jaundice is primarily justified by traditional use rather than robust scientific validation. Its inclusion in jaundice-related remedies is based on centuries of empirical tradition rather than modern clinical research.

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