Evidence supporting the use of: Genseng (not specified)
For the body system: Thyroid Gland

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Ginseng, a term that typically refers to Panax ginseng (Asian ginseng) or Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng), has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Korean medicine. It is primarily valued as an adaptogen, believed to help the body resist stress and support overall vitality. In TCM, ginseng is sometimes recommended to strengthen "qi" (vital energy), which is occasionally associated with improved metabolic and endocrine functions, including those of the thyroid gland. However, the direct traditional use specifically for thyroid support is not prominent or well-documented. Rather, its inclusion in some thyroid-supporting herbal formulas is based on its general adaptogenic and tonic properties.

Scientific evidence for the use of ginseng to support thyroid function in humans is limited. Few clinical studies have directly examined its effects on thyroid hormones or thyroid disorders. Some animal studies suggest potential modulatory effects on the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis, but these findings are preliminary and not sufficient to warrant strong recommendations. Overall, while ginseng is traditionally used as a general tonic and adaptogen, its specific application for thyroid support is based more on historical context and indirect effects rather than direct evidence or traditional doctrine focused on the thyroid gland.

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