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Source of validity: Traditional
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Berries, as a broad category, have a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine for liver (hepatic system) support. In various cultures, specific berries such as Schisandra berry (Schisandra chinensis), goji berry (Lycium barbarum), and milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum, though technically not a true berry) have been used to promote liver health and function. These traditional uses are often based on the belief that berries possess antioxidant properties and can help cleanse or detoxify the liver. For example, Schisandra has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries as a tonic for liver protection and regeneration. However, when considering "berry" in an unspecified sense, the evidence is largely traditional rather than scientific, as the generalization to all berries is not supported by robust clinical trials. There are some laboratory and animal studies indicating that certain berries may have hepatoprotective effects due to their polyphenol and anthocyanin content, but these findings are not consistent or specific enough to generalize to all berries or to translate confidently to human use for liver support. Therefore, while the use of berries for hepatic support is rooted in tradition, scientific validation for this effect remains limited and ingredient-specific rather than general.

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