Evidence supporting the use of: Borassus aethiopum
For the health condition: Jaundice (adults)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Borassus aethiopum, commonly known as the African fan palm, has a history of use in traditional medicine across various regions of Africa. For jaundice in adults, ethnobotanical surveys from West and Central Africa occasionally report the use of decoctions or infusions made from different parts of the plant (such as roots or leaves) as a remedy to alleviate symptoms of jaundice or liver complaints. The rationale for its use is largely based on traditional beliefs in the plant’s general “cleansing” properties and its perceived efficacy in treating “yellowing” of the skin and eyes, which are symptoms associated with jaundice. However, these traditional uses are primarily anecdotal, passed down through generations and documented in a few ethnomedicinal studies.

Currently, there is a lack of robust scientific evidence—such as clinical trials or detailed pharmacological studies—demonstrating the efficacy or safety of Borassus aethiopum for treating jaundice. Some research has investigated antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties of extracts from related Borassus species or other palms, but these findings are preliminary and not specific to human cases of jaundice. Thus, while traditional use exists, scientific validation is minimal, and the evidence for its actual efficacy remains weak.

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