Evidence supporting the use of: Albizia
For the health condition: Dysmenorrhea

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Albizia (most commonly Albizia julibrissin, also known as mimosa tree or silk tree) is used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Historical use of Albizia primarily revolves around its calming, mood-regulating, and anti-inflammatory properties, with traditional texts describing its use for stress, anxiety, and occasionally for pain relief. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Albizia flower (He Huan Hua) is sometimes included in formulations to "calm the spirit" and reduce pain, and may be used for various menstrual complaints, including dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps). However, these uses are based on empirical tradition rather than rigorous scientific validation.

Scientific evidence for Albizia's effectiveness specifically in treating or supporting dysmenorrhea is minimal to nonexistent. There are few, if any, controlled human studies examining its effects on menstrual pain. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that Albizia extracts possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which could theoretically be beneficial for dysmenorrhea, but these findings have not been directly translated into clinical evidence for this use. Overall, Albizia's use for dysmenorrhea is justified mainly by traditional practices rather than scientific research.

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