Evidence supporting the use of: Lindera aggregata
For the health condition: Heart (weakness)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Lindera aggregata (commonly known as Wu Yao) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it is primarily prescribed to promote the movement of Qi, alleviate pain, and address conditions like abdominal discomfort, urinary issues, and cold-related disorders. Its use for "Heart weakness" specifically is not a major or classical indication within TCM texts, but it may occasionally be included in broader formulas aimed at general organ tonification or Qi regulation, which indirectly can be associated with supporting heart function in traditional frameworks. There is little to no direct scientific validation for the use of Lindera aggregata in treating heart weakness or cardiovascular disease. Most scientific studies focus on its antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties, with limited exploration into direct cardiac effects. Therefore, the justification for using Lindera aggregata to treat or support heart weakness is rooted primarily in traditional practices, and the evidence for its effectiveness in this area is weak and indirect. No robust clinical trials or pharmacological studies currently support its use for heart-specific conditions in the biomedical sense.

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