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Source of validity: Traditional
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Queen of the meadow, also known as meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria), has a longstanding history of use in traditional herbal medicine, including in European folk remedies. It has been utilized primarily for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. The rationale for its use in supporting or treating edema (fluid retention) is based on its traditional reputation as a mild diuretic, believed to help the body expel excess fluids through increased urine production. Historically, herbalists have recommended meadowsweet for a range of conditions, including rheumatism, gout, and edema, particularly when these ailments were thought to be associated with fluid retention and inflammation.

Scientific research into meadowsweet’s diuretic effects is limited, and there are few modern clinical studies directly examining its efficacy in treating edema specifically. Most of the available evidence is anecdotal or based on historical texts. Some phytochemical studies have identified compounds in meadowsweet, such as flavonoids and salicylates, which may contribute to its mild anti-inflammatory and diuretic actions. However, there is insufficient rigorous clinical data to fully validate these traditional uses. Thus, while meadowsweet’s application for edema is primarily justified by tradition, the overall strength of evidence supporting its use for this condition remains modest.

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