Evidence supporting the use of: Sword Bean
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Sword Bean (Canavalia gladiata) has a documented history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in East Asia, including China and Korea. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), sword bean is sometimes included in herbal formulas aimed at dispelling "cold" from the body, which can be associated with symptoms such as chills, joint pain, and fatigue. The bean is believed to have warming properties that help alleviate these symptoms by supporting the body's yang energy. However, there is little to no direct reference in modern scientific literature specifically validating the use of sword bean for the treatment or management of chills. Existing studies primarily focus on its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, rather than on body temperature regulation or related symptoms. Therefore, the use of sword bean for chills is primarily justified by its traditional medicinal context, rather than robust scientific research or clinical trials. The evidence rating is low, as the support is mostly anecdotal and embedded within traditional practice rather than empirically validated by modern science.

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