Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Lygodium is a genus of ferns that has been used in traditional medicine, particularly in Asia, for various purposes. In traditional Chinese medicine and some Southeast Asian systems, extracts and decoctions of Lygodium species (such as Lygodium japonicum) have been used for conditions related to the urinary system, including as a diuretic and for the treatment of urinary tract infections, difficult urination, and edema. The traditional rationale is primarily based on empirical use and herbal theory, rather than modern scientific validation.

There is very limited scientific literature regarding the efficacy or safety of Lygodium for urinary system support. While a few studies have noted its use in ethnobotanical surveys, and some animal studies have investigated other pharmacological effects (such as anti-inflammatory or antioxidant activity), there is a lack of robust clinical trials or mechanistic studies directly evaluating its impact on human urinary health. Thus, the use of Lygodium for urinary system support is primarily justified by traditional use rather than scientific validation.

Overall, the evidence rating for its use in supporting the urinary system is low (1/5), reflecting reliance on traditional use with minimal supporting scientific data.

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