Evidence supporting the use of: Allium tuberosum Rottl.
For the body system: Bladder

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

Allium tuberosum Rottl., commonly known as Chinese chive or garlic chive, is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support the urinary and bladder systems. In TCM, it is classified as "Jiu Cai Zi" and is traditionally believed to tonify the kidney and strengthen yang, which indirectly supports bladder function by promoting healthy urination and managing urinary incontinence or frequency. Several TCM texts and materia medica describe its seeds and aerial parts as beneficial for “warming” the kidneys and bladder, especially in cases of deficiency-related urinary disorders.

However, scientific studies directly investigating the effects of Allium tuberosum on the bladder or urinary system are limited. Most available research focuses on its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and general health-promoting properties rather than specific effects on bladder physiology. There are a few animal studies suggesting diuretic effects, but these are not comprehensive or widely replicated. Therefore, the use of Allium tuberosum for bladder support is primarily justified on the basis of traditional usage rather than robust scientific validation.

In summary, while Allium tuberosum has a long history of use in traditional medicine for supporting the bladder and urinary tract, direct scientific evidence is modest, and its use for this purpose is mainly supported by traditional practice rather than modern clinical research.

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