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Source of validity: Traditional
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Jabuticaba (Plinia cauliflora) is a fruit native to Brazil and has a long history of use in South American folk medicine. Its use to support the urinary system, particularly for conditions such as hematuria (blood in urine), asthma, and diarrhea, is documented in traditional herbal practices. The fruit's astringent properties, attributed primarily to its high tannin content, are thought to have soothing effects on mucous membranes, including those of the urinary tract. Some traditional preparations involve using jabuticaba bark or fruit to make teas or decoctions intended to relieve urinary discomfort or inflammation.

However, despite its traditional use, scientific evidence supporting jabuticaba’s efficacy for urinary system support is minimal. Most modern research on jabuticaba focuses on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects, with little investigation into its direct impact on urinary tract health. There are very few peer-reviewed studies examining its effects on urinary tract infections or other urinary conditions. Therefore, the use of jabuticaba for urinary system support is based primarily on ethnobotanical and anecdotal data rather than robust scientific validation.

In summary, jabuticaba’s use for urinary health is rooted in traditional medicine, with limited scientific evidence to confirm its effectiveness for this purpose.

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