Evidence supporting the use of: Carqueja
For the health condition: Fat Metabolism (poor)

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Synopsis

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

Carqueja (Baccharis trimera) is a medicinal plant native to South America, widely used in traditional Brazilian and other South American herbal medicine. Its use for supporting or improving fat metabolism is primarily rooted in folk practice rather than robust scientific evidence. Traditionally, carqueja has been consumed as a tea or tincture to support digestive health, treat liver disorders, and promote detoxification, which indirectly includes claims of aiding fat metabolism and weight management.

Some laboratory and animal studies suggest that carqueja extracts may influence lipid metabolism. For example, certain studies have indicated potential hypolipidemic (cholesterol-lowering) and hepatoprotective (liver-protecting) effects, possibly due to its flavonoids and saponins. However, human clinical trials are lacking or insufficient to confirm these effects or to establish clear benefits in improving fat metabolism in people. Thus, while traditional use supports its application for this purpose, scientific validation remains limited.

In summary, carqueja’s reputation for supporting fat metabolism is primarily based on traditional herbal knowledge, with some preliminary scientific exploration but not enough rigorous evidence to rate it highly for this indication.

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