Evidence supporting the use of: Asoka Tree
For the body system: Ovaries

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

The Asoka tree (Saraca asoca), also spelled Ashoka, is a well-known medicinal plant in Ayurvedic medicine, traditionally used to support female reproductive health, particularly the ovaries and uterus. Classical Ayurvedic texts, such as the Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita, describe the bark of the Asoka tree as a tonic for the female reproductive system, often prescribed for conditions such as menorrhagia (excessive menstrual bleeding), dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), and leucorrhea. The bark is believed to have astringent, uterine tonic, and anti-inflammatory properties. While there is a strong foundation of traditional use, modern scientific validation is limited. Some small-scale in vitro and animal studies suggest that Asoka bark extracts may exhibit estrogenic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic activities, which could theoretically contribute to supporting ovarian and overall reproductive health. However, rigorous clinical trials in humans are lacking, and the precise mechanisms by which Asoka might influence ovarian function remain unclear. In summary, Asoka’s use to support the ovaries is primarily justified by a longstanding tradition within Ayurvedic medicine, with only preliminary scientific data to back these claims. The overall evidence rating is moderate based on historical use, but remains low from a modern scientific perspective due to the scarcity of robust clinical studies.

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