Evidence supporting the use of: Poria mushroom
For the health condition: Nervous Exhaustion

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Poria mushroom (Poria cocos, also known as Fu Ling in Traditional Chinese Medicine) is primarily used based on traditional practices for supporting conditions described as “nervous exhaustion,” which may correspond to symptoms like fatigue, insomnia, and mild anxiety. In traditional Chinese herbal medicine, Poria is classified as a “Shen-calming” herb and is commonly included in formulas for calming the spirit, promoting urination, and strengthening the spleen. Classical texts and materia medica frequently reference its use in formulas to address symptoms associated with mental fatigue and restlessness.

However, there is very limited scientific evidence supporting its efficacy for nervous exhaustion or neuropsychiatric conditions. Contemporary pharmacological studies have focused mainly on Poria’s diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and immune-modulating properties. Only a small number of experimental studies have examined its effects on the central nervous system, and these are mostly preclinical or animal studies, not clinical trials in humans. Thus, while some traditional use exists, scientific validation remains lacking, and robust clinical evidence is absent.

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