Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Betony (Stachys officinalis), also known as wood betony, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine. Historical texts, such as those from medieval and Renaissance herbalists, occasionally mention betony as a remedy for a variety of ailments, including headaches, digestive complaints, and nervous disorders. In the context of bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis), some traditional sources, especially those from folk medicine, have recommended betony as a mild astringent and nervine tonic, which purportedly helps to strengthen the urinary system and calm the nerves that might contribute to involuntary urination during sleep. However, these recommendations are primarily anecdotal, passed down through herbal tradition rather than clinical study. Modern scientific literature does not provide substantial evidence to support the use of betony for bedwetting. There have been no clinical trials or pharmacological studies confirming its efficacy for this particular condition. Most modern herbal resources do not list betony as a primary or even secondary remedy for nocturnal enuresis. Therefore, while there is some basis in herbal tradition for its use, the supporting evidence is weak and rooted primarily in historical rather than empirical data.

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