Evidence supporting the use of: Euryale seed
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Euryale seed (Euryale ferox), also known as fox nut or makhana, is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. In these systems, it is valued for its purported benefits to the kidneys and is sometimes included in herbal formulas intended to support kidney health or treat urinary issues, including kidney stones. However, the traditional use is based largely on the "tonifying" properties attributed to the seed, with TCM texts describing it as strengthening the kidneys and aiding in controlling urination or addressing "deficiency" syndromes. There is little detail in classical texts or Ayurvedic literature specifically linking Euryale seed to the dissolution or prevention of kidney stones, though it may be included in broader kidney-supporting remedies.

Modern scientific evidence supporting the use of Euryale seed for kidney stones is minimal. A few in vitro and animal studies explore the general antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Euryale seed, but there are no robust clinical trials or mechanistic studies directly evaluating its effectiveness in either preventing or treating kidney stones. Therefore, while its use for kidney stones is rooted in traditional practice, there is currently a lack of strong scientific validation for this specific indication.

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