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Source of validity: Traditional
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Borage (Borago officinalis) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, including applications for supporting kidney and urinary tract health. In folk medicine, borage leaves and flowers were sometimes used as diuretics, believed to increase urine flow and help with urinary tract discomfort. However, the evidence for these uses is largely anecdotal and based on traditional practices, not on rigorous scientific studies. There is a lack of high-quality clinical trials or modern pharmacological research directly examining the efficacy of borage for supporting the urinary system. Most research on borage focuses on its seed oil, which is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and is used for other purposes, such as skin health or inflammation, rather than urinary health. Additionally, borage contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, compounds that can be toxic to the liver when consumed in significant amounts or over prolonged periods, raising safety concerns for internal use. In summary, while borage has a traditional reputation for supporting the urinary system, this use is not scientifically validated, and evidence remains limited to historical and anecdotal sources.

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