Evidence supporting the use of: Canadian Goldenrod
For the health condition: Gout

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Canadian Goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) has been traditionally used in various forms of folk medicine, particularly in North America and Europe, for a range of urinary and inflammatory conditions. Its use in the context of gout is primarily based on its traditional application as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent. Gout is caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in joints, and diuretics have historically been considered to help by promoting uric acid excretion. However, the direct evidence supporting Canadian Goldenrod’s efficacy specifically for gout is weak. Most of the available information comes from ethnobotanical records and traditional herbal texts, which list goldenrod among herbs used for rheumatic complaints, kidney, and urinary tract issues. Scientific studies on goldenrod have focused mainly on its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and diuretic properties, but there is a lack of robust clinical trials or preclinical studies specifically evaluating its effects on uric acid metabolism or gout symptoms. As a result, the evidence for using Canadian Goldenrod in the management of gout remains largely anecdotal and tradition-based, without strong scientific validation.

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