Evidence supporting the use of: Golden Shower Tree
For the body system: Bladder

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

The Golden Shower Tree (Cassia fistula) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and other South Asian healing practices. Traditionally, various parts of the plant, especially the pulp from its pods, have been used as a mild laxative and for the treatment of urinary disorders. Historical Ayurvedic texts mention its application in supporting urinary tract health and promoting diuresis (the increased excretion of urine), which indirectly relates to bladder function. The rationale for its use typically involves its purported ability to 'cleanse' the urinary system and assist in relieving symptoms such as painful urination or urinary retention. However, while these uses are well documented in traditional sources, scientific studies validating Cassia fistula's direct efficacy in supporting the bladder or treating bladder-specific conditions are limited. Some laboratory and animal studies suggest that extracts may possess mild diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, but robust clinical evidence in humans is lacking. Therefore, the use of the Golden Shower Tree for bladder health is primarily justified by traditional knowledge rather than modern scientific validation.

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