Evidence supporting the use of: Joe-Pye
For the body system: Lymphatics

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

Joe-Pye weed (Eutrochium purpureum) has a long history of traditional use in Native American and early American herbal medicine, particularly as a remedy for ailments thought to involve the lymphatic and urinary systems. Traditional herbalists used Joe-Pye weed as a diuretic and for "cleansing the blood," which by historical context often referred to supporting lymphatic function and detoxification. However, there is little to no clinical or laboratory research specifically validating its effects on the lymphatic system. The plant contains compounds such as euparin, flavonoids, and polysaccharides, but studies on their effects have focused mostly on diuretic properties or general anti-inflammatory actions in vitro or in animal models. Despite the lack of direct scientific evidence for its lymphatic effects, its continued use in folk medicine for conditions involving swelling or "stagnation" of fluids suggests a traditional basis for its reputation as a lymphatic support herb. In summary, Joe-Pye weed's use for the lymphatics is justified by tradition rather than by rigorous scientific evidence.

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