Evidence supporting the use of: Water Pepper
For the health condition: Glands (swollen lymph)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Water Pepper (Persicaria hydropiper) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and Asia. Historically, it was employed as a diuretic, astringent, and stimulant, and some folk medical traditions used it for treating various inflammatory conditions, including swollen glands or lymph nodes. However, the documentation for its use specifically for "swollen lymph" or glandular issues is sparse and largely anecdotal. Most references to its use for glandular swelling come from generalized recommendations for "swelling" or "inflammation," rather than targeted clinical indications. There is currently no robust clinical or pharmacological evidence to support the efficacy of Water Pepper for treating swollen lymph nodes. Modern phytochemical studies have focused on its content of flavonoids, tannins, and polygodial, which may have anti-inflammatory properties, but these have not been specifically evaluated for lymphatic or glandular disorders. Thus, while there is some traditional precedent for its use in this context, the scientific evidence is minimal, and its application should be regarded as unsupported by modern research.

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