Evidence supporting the use of: Goldenrod (unspecified)
For the health condition: Kidney Infection

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) has a long history of traditional use as an herbal remedy for urinary tract issues, including kidney infections, primarily in European and North American herbal medicine. Herbalists have historically valued goldenrod for its purported diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It is often included in herbal blends aimed at supporting urinary tract health, reducing inflammation, and promoting urination to help "flush out" infections. The German Commission E, an authoritative regulatory body for herbal medicines, has approved goldenrod for use in treating inflammatory diseases of the urinary tract and for kidney and bladder stones, but not specifically for bacterial kidney infections (pyelonephritis).

Despite these traditional uses, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of goldenrod in treating kidney infections is limited. Most modern studies focus on its diuretic and anti-inflammatory effects in animals or in vitro, with only a few small clinical trials in humans addressing general urinary tract symptoms, not specifically kidney infections. There is some evidence of mild antimicrobial activity in laboratory settings, but not enough to recommend goldenrod as a primary or sole therapy for serious infections such as pyelonephritis. Therefore, while the use of goldenrod for kidney infections is rooted in tradition, it lacks robust scientific validation, and medical treatment should not be replaced by herbal remedies in cases of suspected kidney infection.

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