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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Rumex acetosa (commonly known as sorrel) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, including in some systems as a remedy for jaundice in adults. Historical texts and ethnobotanical sources mention the use of sorrel leaves as a cooling, diuretic, and mildly laxative herb, occasionally recommended to help "cleanse the blood" or "purify the liver." However, the connection to jaundice is not strongly emphasized in most traditional systems, and references are often general or anecdotal in nature. There is no robust clinical or preclinical scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of Rumex acetosa for treating jaundice. Modern herbal compendia and pharmacopoeias rarely list it as a remedy for this condition. The theoretical rationale in traditional contexts often hinges on the plant's perceived ability to support liver and gallbladder function, possibly due to its content of organic acids and flavonoids. Nonetheless, these claims have not been substantiated by controlled trials or mechanistic studies. In summary, the use of Rumex acetosa for jaundice is primarily grounded in traditional practice with minimal and low-quality supporting evidence, and it is not recognized in evidence-based medicine for this indication.

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