Evidence supporting the use of: Amaranthus tricolor
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Synopsis

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

Amaranthus tricolor, commonly known as Joseph's coat, is traditionally used in various cultures as a medicinal plant, including for conditions related to kidney health. In traditional systems of medicine, especially in parts of South Asia, the leaves and seeds of Amaranthus species have been used as a diuretic, which is believed to help with kidney stones by increasing urine flow and potentially aiding in the expulsion of small stones. Ethnobotanical surveys and folk remedies sometimes list Amaranthus tricolor among plants recommended for urinary tract complaints, but references are typically generalized and not specific to well-designed clinical evidence.

Scientific research directly examining Amaranthus tricolor for kidney stone treatment is extremely limited. Some studies have indicated that extracts from related Amaranthus species may have antioxidant and diuretic properties, which theoretically could support kidney function. However, robust clinical trials, mechanistic studies, or direct evaluations of its effects on kidney stone formation, dissolution, or prevention in humans are lacking. As such, its use for this indication remains primarily based on tradition, with only weak supporting evidence from preliminary phytochemical and animal studies on related species. Until more rigorous scientific validation is available, Amaranthus tricolor should be considered a traditional remedy rather than one with established efficacy against kidney stones.

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