Evidence supporting the use of: False unicorn root
For the body system: Adrenal Glands

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Source of validity: Traditional
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False Unicorn Root (Chamaelirium luteum) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American and early European-American herbalists. It is most commonly associated with supporting female reproductive health, particularly in cases of menstrual irregularity, infertility, or symptoms of menopause. References to its use for adrenal gland support are much less common and are not a central component of the herb's traditional application. Some modern herbalists include False Unicorn Root in formulations aimed at "hormonal balance," a phrase that is sometimes loosely linked to adrenal health due to the adrenal glands’ role in producing hormones like cortisol. However, there is no strong tradition specifically associating False Unicorn Root with adrenal gland health, and scientific research on its effectiveness for this purpose is lacking. The herb’s proposed mechanisms are primarily based on anecdotal reports and traditional use for gynecological issues rather than endocrine or adrenal support. Therefore, its use for the adrenal glands is based more on extrapolation and association than on direct historical precedent or scientific validation.

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