Evidence supporting the use of: Cyathula
For the health condition: Insomnia

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Synopsis

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

Cyathula (commonly referring to Cyathula officinalis or related species) is a herb used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) primarily for its purported effects in promoting blood circulation, reducing inflammation, and alleviating pain. Its use for treating or supporting insomnia is rooted in traditional practices rather than scientific validation. In TCM, insomnia is often attributed to imbalances involving the heart, liver, or blood, and Cyathula is sometimes included in herbal formulas intended to "nourish the blood" or "unblock channels," which may indirectly be aimed at improving sleep.

However, direct evidence supporting Cyathula’s efficacy in treating insomnia is minimal. There are no high-quality clinical trials or robust pharmacological studies demonstrating that Cyathula has sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic effects relevant for sleep disorders. Its inclusion in some historical formulas for insomnia appears to be secondary to its broader tonic or circulatory properties, rather than because of direct action on sleep mechanisms. Most references to its use for insomnia are anecdotal or based on traditional theories rather than empirical research.

In summary, the use of Cyathula for insomnia is justified by tradition rather than science, and the level of supporting evidence is low (rated 1 out of 5), reflecting reliance on historical rather than scientific sources.

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