Evidence supporting the use of: Leptadenia
For the body system: Breasts

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Leptadenia reticulata has a long history of use in Ayurvedic and traditional Indian medicine for supporting the breasts, primarily in the context of promoting lactation (galactagogue effect) in nursing mothers. The plant, known locally as "Jivanti," is a common ingredient in herbal formulations aimed at enhancing breast milk production and supporting postnatal women's health. Traditional texts, such as the Charaka Samhita and other classic Ayurvedic treatises, describe its use for increasing the quantity and quality of breast milk and for improving maternal vitality.

Some preclinical and small-scale clinical studies have attempted to validate these uses. For instance, Leptadenia reticulata is a component of the commercial preparation "Leptaden," which has been studied for its galactagogue effect in postpartum women. A few clinical trials, often conducted in India, have reported increased milk output in women taking such formulations, though the studies are generally small, lack rigorous controls, or use polyherbal mixtures.

Overall, while there is traditional backing and some preliminary scientific interest, robust, high-quality clinical evidence is lacking. The primary justification for its use to support the breasts—specifically for lactation—is rooted in tradition rather than validated by modern science.

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