Evidence supporting the use of: Peony (unspecified)
For the health condition: Emotional Sensitivity

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Synopsis

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

Peony (Paeonia spp.), particularly the root, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other herbal systems. In TCM, peony (often Paeonia lactiflora, known as Bai Shao) is believed to nourish the blood, calm the liver, and alleviate emotional disturbances such as irritability, anxiety, and emotional sensitivity. These uses are based on centuries of empirical observation and holistic diagnostic frameworks rather than controlled scientific studies.

There is limited scientific research specifically investigating peony's effects on "emotional sensitivity." Some studies have examined peony extracts or compounds (like paeoniflorin) for their possible anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) or neuroprotective effects in animals, and peony is a component of several traditional formulas used for mood regulation in China and Japan. However, direct clinical evidence supporting its efficacy for emotional sensitivity in humans is sparse. Most of the justification for its use in this context stems from its traditional applications and theoretical mechanisms described in TCM texts rather than from modern, rigorous scientific validation.

Overall, while peony is traditionally used for emotional disturbances, including sensitivity, the strength of evidence supporting its use for this specific condition is limited and primarily historical rather than scientific.

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