Evidence supporting the use of: Lindera aggregata
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Lindera aggregata, known in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as Wu Yao (乌药), has a long history of use for treating conditions characterized by coldness, including chills, abdominal pain from cold, and related symptoms. In TCM theory, Lindera aggregata is believed to warm the kidneys, disperse cold, and alleviate pain. It is frequently included in herbal formulas for patients exhibiting "cold" syndromes, such as chills accompanied by pain, a sensation of cold in the abdomen, or frequent urination from kidney yang deficiency. The herb's warming actions are referenced in classical TCM texts and modern Chinese herbal compendia, which recommend it for "cold stagnation" and "Qi stagnation" patterns resulting in chills and discomfort.

However, current scientific validation for its effectiveness specifically against chills is limited. While some phytochemical studies have identified alkaloids and essential oils in Lindera aggregata with potential antispasmodic and analgesic effects, direct evidence from clinical trials regarding its efficacy for chills is lacking. Most of the support for its use in this context is based on historical and empirical use in TCM rather than modern scientific research. Thus, its application for chills remains primarily traditional, supported by centuries of herbal practice rather than robust clinical data.

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