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Source of validity: Traditional
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Tangerine (Citrus reticulata), particularly its dried peel (known as "chenpi" in traditional Chinese medicine), has a longstanding historical use in East Asian herbal practices. It is often incorporated into formulas aimed at promoting relaxation, calming the mind, and supporting sleep, though it is more commonly prescribed for digestive issues. The rationale for its use in insomnia is primarily rooted in traditional medicine philosophies, where tangerine peel is thought to regulate "Qi" (vital energy) and alleviate symptoms that may indirectly disturb sleep, such as bloating and discomfort. There is very limited direct scientific evidence supporting tangerine or its peel as a treatment for insomnia, and it is rarely studied as a sole agent for sleep disorders in modern clinical research. Some studies have identified mild sedative effects in citrus essential oils (including tangerine) used in aromatherapy, possibly due to components like limonene and linalool, but these are not specific to tangerine nor are they robustly demonstrated for insomnia treatment. In summary, the use of tangerine for insomnia is primarily justified by tradition, with minimal direct scientific validation; its application is more supportive or adjunctive rather than as a primary intervention for sleep disturbances.

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