Evidence supporting the use of: Protein (unspecified)
For the health condition: Edema

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Protein supplementation has scientific justification for use in certain cases of edema, particularly in the context of hypoalbuminemia (low blood albumin levels) due to malnutrition, liver disease, nephrotic syndrome, or other causes of protein deficiency. Edema occurs in part because albumin, a major plasma protein, helps maintain oncotic (colloid osmotic) pressure in the blood vessels. When protein, and thus albumin, levels are low, fluid can leak out of the vessels into surrounding tissues, causing swelling (edema). Clinical evidence supports the use of protein supplementation (oral, enteral, or parenteral) to restore plasma protein levels and reduce edema in malnourished individuals or those with protein-losing conditions. For example, studies have shown that increasing dietary protein intake can help manage edema in patients with nephrotic syndrome or kwashiorkor (a form of severe protein malnutrition). However, for most other causes of edema—such as heart failure, venous insufficiency, or localized trauma—protein supplementation does not address the underlying pathology and is not effective. Therefore, while there is scientific evidence supporting the use of protein to treat edema in cases of protein deficiency, it is not a universal remedy for all forms of edema. Overall, the evidence is moderate (rated 3/5) and context-specific.

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