Evidence supporting the use of: Chinese Mallow
For the health condition: Bedwetting

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Chinese Mallow (Malva verticillata), known in traditional Chinese medicine as "Dong Kui Zi" (冬葵子), has been historically used for a variety of urinary disorders, including bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis). The traditional use stems from its classification as a mild diuretic and its believed ability to "clear heat" and promote urination, which, paradoxically, is thought to help regulate and strengthen bladder function over time when used appropriately in herbal formulas. In classical Chinese medicine texts, Chinese Mallow seeds are included in prescriptions intended to address urinary problems, but the rationale is based on traditional concepts rather than biomedical mechanisms.

There is very limited modern scientific research specifically investigating the efficacy or mechanism of Chinese Mallow for bedwetting. The available evidence consists primarily of anecdotal reports and historical usage within herbal medicine systems rather than controlled clinical trials. No robust clinical studies have demonstrated its benefit for nocturnal enuresis, and it is not commonly referenced in contemporary scientific literature as a validated treatment for this condition.

In summary, the use of Chinese Mallow for bedwetting is justified by tradition rather than scientific validation, and the strength of evidence supporting its use for this indication is weak (rated 1 out of 5).

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