Evidence supporting the use of: Wax Gourd
For the health condition: Edema

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Synopsis

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

Wax gourd (Benincasa hispida), also known as ash gourd or winter melon, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In these systems, wax gourd is reputed for its diuretic properties—that is, its ability to promote urine production. This diuretic effect is the basis for its traditional use in treating edema, a condition characterized by excess fluid accumulation in the body. Texts from Ayurveda describe preparations of wax gourd pulp or juice being used to reduce swelling and support kidney health. Similarly, TCM includes wax gourd in remedies for "dampness" and fluid retention.

Despite this long-standing traditional use, scientific validation remains limited. A few preclinical studies suggest that extracts of wax gourd may have mild diuretic effects in animal models, but robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. The phytochemical content of wax gourd, including triterpenes and flavonoids, is thought to contribute to its possible effects on renal function and fluid balance, but the evidence is preliminary. Therefore, while wax gourd’s use for edema is rooted in tradition and partially supported by early scientific investigation, it cannot yet be considered evidence-based treatment by modern standards.

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