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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

The use of the Chinese Pond Turtle (Mauremys reevesii, commonly referred to as "Chinemys reevesii" in older texts) in the context of kidney stones is primarily rooted in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In TCM, turtle shells and sometimes the animal itself are considered to nourish yin, support kidney function, and promote overall balance in the body. However, the specific use of Chinese Pond Turtle for kidney stones is not a prominent or widely documented application in either classical or modern TCM materia medica. Instead, turtle plastron (Gui Ban) is more commonly used for yin deficiency of the kidney and liver, addressing symptoms like dizziness or night sweats rather than kidney stones per se. There is little to no robust scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Chinese Pond Turtle or its derivatives for the prevention or treatment of kidney stones. Modern pharmacological studies have not demonstrated renal calculi-dissolving or expelling properties for this ingredient. The few references to its use for kidney-related issues in TCM are generalized and do not specifically address nephrolithiasis (kidney stones). In summary, while there is some traditional association with supporting kidney health, the use of Chinese Pond Turtle for kidney stones is minimally supported by tradition and not validated by scientific research. Its evidence level for this indication is very low.

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