Evidence supporting the use of: Sida cordifolia
For the body system: Adrenal Glands

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Sida cordifolia, also known as bala, has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where it is believed to strengthen and rejuvenate the body, including the adrenal glands. In Ayurvedic practice, Sida cordifolia is classified as a "rasayana" herb, meaning it is thought to promote vitality and resilience to stress. Practitioners have used it for conditions associated with fatigue, weakness, and stress—symptoms sometimes linked to adrenal insufficiency or "adrenal fatigue" (a concept not recognized in conventional medicine). However, there is limited direct scientific research connecting Sida cordifolia to adrenal support or specific adrenal gland function. Most modern studies focus on its ephedrine alkaloid content, which acts as a stimulant and may temporarily increase alertness or energy. These effects could be misinterpreted as adrenal support, but do not equate to evidence of supporting adrenal health or function. Overall, the rationale for using Sida cordifolia for adrenal support is primarily traditional, with anecdotal and historical use outweighing clinical or experimental validation.

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Evidence supporting the use of: Sida cordifolia
For the body system: Adrenal Glands

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Sida cordifolia, also known as bala, has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where it is believed to strengthen and rejuvenate the body, including the adrenal glands. In Ayurvedic practice, Sida cordifolia is classified as a "rasayana" herb, meaning it is thought to promote vitality and resilience to stress. Practitioners have used it for conditions associated with fatigue, weakness, and stress—symptoms sometimes linked to adrenal insufficiency or "adrenal fatigue" (a concept not recognized in conventional medicine). However, there is limited direct scientific research connecting Sida cordifolia to adrenal support or specific adrenal gland function. Most modern studies focus on its ephedrine alkaloid content, which acts as a stimulant and may temporarily increase alertness or energy. These effects could be misinterpreted as adrenal support, but do not equate to evidence of supporting adrenal health or function. Overall, the rationale for using Sida cordifolia for adrenal support is primarily traditional, with anecdotal and historical use outweighing clinical or experimental validation.

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