Synopsis

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

Dog rose (Rosa canina) has a history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia, for a variety of ailments, including anemia. Its use for anemia is primarily based on its content of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), which can enhance the absorption of non-heme iron from plant-based foods. Folk medicine has valued dog rose hips—its fruit—for their high vitamin C content, sometimes recommending them to individuals with low blood levels or those recovering from illness. However, this use is rooted more in traditional practices than in robust clinical evidence.

There is limited scientific research directly assessing dog rose as a treatment for anemia. While vitamin C is well-documented to aid iron absorption, dog rose itself has not been extensively studied in clinical trials specifically for anemia management. Some small-scale studies and laboratory analyses confirm the high vitamin C content in dog rose hips, and a few animal studies suggest potential benefits for oxidative stress and red blood cell protection. However, these do not equate to direct evidence for anemia treatment in humans.

In summary, the use of dog rose for anemia is primarily traditional, with modest scientific plausibility due to its vitamin C content. Direct clinical validation for its efficacy in treating anemia is lacking.

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