Evidence supporting the use of: White Nettle
For the health condition: Hepatitis

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Synopsis

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

White Nettle (Lamium album), also known as dead-nettle, has been used in traditional European herbal medicine, particularly for its purported anti-inflammatory, astringent, and tonic properties. Historical records and folk medicine indicate its use for a variety of conditions, including respiratory and urinary tract ailments, skin problems, and as a general tonic. In some traditional systems, White Nettle has been used to support liver health, though direct references to its use specifically for hepatitis are sparse and not well-documented in authoritative herbal texts.

There is minimal scientific evidence to support the use of White Nettle in the treatment or management of hepatitis. While some studies have investigated the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of Lamium album extracts, these are preliminary and generally not specific to hepatitis or liver diseases. No high-quality clinical trials have demonstrated efficacy for hepatitis, and mainstream phytotherapy sources do not list White Nettle as a recognized treatment for this condition.

In summary, the use of White Nettle for hepatitis is justified primarily by traditional use, and even within tradition, its application for this specific condition is limited and not strongly established. Scientific validation is lacking, and the overall evidence supporting its use for hepatitis is very weak.

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