Evidence supporting the use of: Green onion
For the health condition: Edema

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Green onion (Allium fistulosum), also known as scallion or spring onion, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), green onion is thought to possess warming and diuretic properties and has been used as part of herbal formulas to address symptoms of "water retention," which may correspond to mild edema. The rationale is largely based on empirical use and theoretical frameworks within TCM, rather than on controlled clinical trials or robust scientific analyses. Pre-modern texts mention green onion as a component in decoctions intended to promote sweating and urination, indirectly suggesting its role in managing fluid balance.

From a scientific perspective, there is a lack of rigorous evidence supporting the efficacy of green onion specifically for the treatment or management of edema. While some Allium species have demonstrated mild diuretic effects in animal studies, these findings are not robust, nor are they specific to green onion. No high-quality human clinical trials have evaluated its impact on edema. Therefore, while its use has traditional precedent, scientific validation remains limited, and reliance on green onion for edema should not replace evidence-based medical interventions.

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