Evidence supporting the use of: Mung bean
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Synopsis

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

Mung bean (Vigna radiata) has been employed in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), to support kidney health and manage conditions like kidney stones. In these systems, mung beans are believed to have cooling and diuretic properties, which theoretically could help flush out small kidney stones or prevent their formation by promoting urine flow. Classic Ayurvedic texts mention the use of mung bean preparations for urinary tract issues, though not always specifically for kidney stones.

From a scientific perspective, there is limited direct evidence supporting the effectiveness of mung beans in treating or preventing kidney stones. A few preliminary animal studies suggest that extracts from mung beans may have mild diuretic effects and could reduce the deposition of calcium oxalate crystals in the kidneys, but these findings are not robust or widely replicated. Human clinical trials are lacking, and authoritative reviews and guidelines do not currently recognize mung bean as an evidence-based treatment for kidney stones.

In summary, the use of mung bean for kidney stones is primarily based on traditional practices rather than strong scientific validation. While it is a safe, nutritious food, its role in kidney stone management remains unproven by modern clinical research.

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