Evidence supporting the use of: Poria Mushrooms
For the health condition: Cough (spastic)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Poria mushrooms (Poria cocos, also known as Fu Ling in traditional Chinese medicine) are primarily used in East Asian herbal medicine for their diuretic, calming, and spleen-strengthening properties. In the context of treating or supporting spastic cough, their use is largely based on traditional herbal formulas rather than modern scientific validation. In Chinese medicine, Poria is often included in multi-herb remedies that address coughs, especially when associated with phlegm and dampness, and is thought to help by promoting urination and reducing dampness, thereby indirectly supporting lung function. However, there is little to no robust clinical or pharmacological evidence specifically supporting the use of Poria mushrooms for spastic cough in the biomedical literature. Most references to its use are found in classical texts or traditional formulations rather than in peer-reviewed scientific studies. Therefore, while Poria mushrooms are sometimes used in traditional practice for cough-related conditions, the evidence base for this specific indication is weak and not supported by high-quality clinical trials.

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