Evidence supporting the use of: Chinese Dodder
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Chinese Dodder (Cuscuta chinensis, known as "Tu Si Zi" in Traditional Chinese Medicine) has a long history of use in traditional systems, primarily for nourishing the liver and kidneys, tonifying yang, and supporting reproductive and urinary health. In TCM theory, kidney health encompasses broader genitourinary functions than the anatomical kidney, and "kidney stones" as defined in modern medicine are not explicitly referenced in classical texts. However, some practitioners may use Chinese Dodder as a supportive herb for urinary tract health, including conditions that might involve urinary calculus (stones), mainly by its reputed diuretic or kidney-tonifying actions.

From a scientific perspective, there is insufficient direct evidence supporting the use of Chinese Dodder for treating or preventing kidney stones. A handful of studies have examined its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and nephroprotective effects in animal models, but these do not directly address kidney stone formation or dissolution. No clinical trials or robust pharmacological studies have validated its efficacy for kidney stones in humans. Thus, its use for kidney stones is based primarily on traditional beliefs rather than scientific validation.

In summary, while Chinese Dodder is traditionally associated with supporting kidney and urinary functions, there is minimal direct evidence for its use in treating or preventing kidney stones according to modern medical standards.

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