Evidence supporting the use of: Yin Chen
For the body system: Hepatic System

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Yin Chen (Artemisia capillaris) is primarily justified by traditional use in supporting the hepatic (liver) system. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Yin Chen has a long history of use for treating liver-related disorders, particularly for clearing damp-heat from the liver and gallbladder, relieving jaundice, and supporting bile flow. Classic TCM texts, such as the “Shang Han Lun” and “Jin Gui Yao Lue,” document Yin Chen as a key herb for conditions characterized by jaundice and liver dysfunction.

Modern pharmacological research has begun to investigate the mechanisms behind these traditional uses. Some animal and in vitro studies suggest that extracts of Artemisia capillaris may exhibit hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and choleretic (bile-promoting) effects, potentially supporting liver function and mitigating chemically-induced liver injury. However, clinical evidence in humans remains limited and is not robust enough for a higher scientific rating. Most of the support for Yin Chen’s hepatic benefits is thus rooted in historical and traditional practices rather than strong scientific validation. Nevertheless, its continued use in herbal formulas for liver and gallbladder health, especially in East Asian medicine, underscores its traditional significance for hepatic support.

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