Evidence supporting the use of: Sanguisorba
For the body system: Vagina

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Sanguisorba, commonly known as burnet, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the root of Sanguisorba officinalis (Di Yu) is often used for its purported astringent, anti-inflammatory, and hemostatic properties. Historically, it has been included in formulations aimed at treating gynecological issues such as excessive menstrual bleeding, leukorrhea (vaginal discharge), and to promote wound healing after childbirth. The astringent nature of its tannins was believed to help "firm" and tonify tissues, including those of the reproductive tract.

However, scientific evidence specifically supporting Sanguisorba for vaginal health is limited. Most research has focused on its hemostatic effects and anti-inflammatory properties in general, not specifically on the vagina. Some in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated anti-microbial and tissue-healing effects, which could theoretically be beneficial for vaginal health, but clinical trials in this context are lacking. Therefore, its use for supporting the vaginal body system is justified more by historical and traditional practice than by robust scientific validation.

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