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Source of validity: Traditional
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Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb primarily used for cardiovascular and circulatory conditions. Its use in menopause is grounded mainly in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practices, not in robust scientific evidence. In TCM, Danshen is sometimes included in herbal formulas to help manage symptoms that may occur during menopause, such as hot flashes, irritability, and insomnia, by "invigorating blood" and "removing stasis." However, there is a scarcity of high-quality clinical trials or systematic reviews specifically validating Danshen as a treatment for menopausal symptoms in the biomedical literature. Most scientific studies on Danshen focus on its cardiovascular or anti-inflammatory effects, not on hormone regulation or menopausal symptom relief. Therefore, while its use for menopause may be justified by tradition, it is not strongly supported by modern scientific validation. The evidence for Danshen’s effectiveness for menopause is weak, and its use for this indication should be considered as complementary rather than primary therapy, and always under the guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner.

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