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Source of validity: Traditional
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Allium tuberosum Rottl., commonly known as Chinese chive or garlic chive, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Chinese and other East Asian herbal practices. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Allium tuberosum seeds (commonly referred to as "Jiu Cai Zi") are used for their purported abilities to tonify the kidneys and invigorate yang, which are believed to play a role in regulating menstrual cycles and addressing menstrual irregularities. Historical texts and materia medica, such as the Compendium of Materia Medica (Ben Cao Gang Mu), mention its use for gynecological conditions, including irregular menstruation, by promoting blood circulation and warming the meridians.

However, scientific validation for these traditional uses is limited. While some phytochemical studies have identified bioactive components in Allium tuberosum (such as saponins, flavonoids, and sulfur-containing compounds), there is a lack of direct clinical or experimental evidence demonstrating its efficacy for treating menstrual irregularities in human populations. Most available data pertain to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, or general health-promoting properties rather than specific gynecological effects. Therefore, the justification for its use in menstrual irregularity is primarily traditional, with moderate support from longstanding herbal practices but minimal support from modern scientific research.

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