Evidence supporting the use of: Fringed Pink
For the body system: Bladder

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

Fringed Pink (Dianthus superbus) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), particularly for supporting the urinary and bladder systems. In TCM, the dried aerial parts of the plant, known as "Qu Mai," are used to promote urination, clear heat, and resolve dampness. It is commonly included in herbal formulas aimed at treating urinary tract infections, dysuria (painful urination), and edema. The traditional rationale is that Fringed Pink has diuretic properties, helping to facilitate the flow of urine and expel toxins or pathogens from the body via the urinary tract.

However, the scientific evidence to support these uses is limited. A few pharmacological studies suggest that extracts of Dianthus superbus may possess mild diuretic and anti-inflammatory effects in animal models, but robust, well-controlled human clinical trials are lacking. Most support for its use in the bladder system comes from centuries of empirical use in herbal medicine rather than rigorous scientific validation. As such, while its traditional use is well-documented, the evidence from modern research is not strong, warranting a moderate evidence rating.

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Other body systems supported by Fringed Pink

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Kidneys
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