Evidence supporting the use of: Birch (unspecified)
For the health condition: Jaundice (adults)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Birch (Betula species), particularly the leaves and bark, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine. In folk medicine, birch preparations have been used as a diuretic and to support liver and kidney function, which led to its occasional use for treating jaundice—a symptom resulting from liver dysfunction. Historical texts and herbal compendia from the 16th to 19th centuries mention birch as a "blood purifier" and as beneficial for "obstructions of the liver," which were believed to cause jaundice. However, these uses were based on the humoral theory and empirical observation rather than controlled scientific study. Modern scientific evidence for birch's efficacy in treating jaundice is lacking. Pharmacologically, birch leaves contain flavonoids, saponins, and essential oils, which have mild diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, but there is no robust clinical data supporting a direct benefit in jaundice or underlying liver diseases. Reviews of herbal medicine do not list birch as a recommended or evidence-based treatment for jaundice in adults. Thus, while birch’s use for jaundice is rooted in traditional European herbalism, it is not supported by reliable scientific evidence or modern medical practice.

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