Evidence supporting the use of: Tea
For the body system: Lymphatics

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Mixed teas, especially herbal blends, have traditionally been used in various cultures to support the lymphatic system. Common ingredients in these blends include herbs such as red clover, cleavers, echinacea, calendula, and burdock root, each of which has a history of folk use for "cleansing" or "detoxifying" the body and supporting lymph flow. The rationale is often based on the perceived diuretic, anti-inflammatory, or immune-supportive properties of these herbs, which are thought to aid the lymphatic system in removing waste and maintaining immune function.

However, while there is a strong tradition of using herbal teas for lymphatic health, robust scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of mixed teas for this purpose is limited. Some individual herbs in these blends, such as red clover and cleavers, have shown mild lymphagogue (lymph-stimulating) or diuretic effects in preliminary studies or animal models, but comprehensive clinical trials in humans are lacking. Most claims rely on centuries of anecdotal use rather than rigorous research. Therefore, the use of mixed teas for lymphatic support is primarily justified by tradition, with only modest evidence from scientific studies to date.

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