Evidence supporting the use of: Cyperus (unspecified)
For the body system: Male Reproductive System

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

Cyperus species, particularly Cyperus rotundus (commonly known as nutgrass or "musta" in Ayurveda), have been traditionally used in various systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Unani. In these traditions, Cyperus is believed to support male reproductive health, often being used for conditions such as infertility, impotence, or as a general tonic for the male reproductive system. Texts like the Ayurvedic Charaka Samhita describe its usage in formulations for enhancing vitality and balancing reproductive “doshas.” However, scientific evidence directly linking Cyperus (unspecified or C. rotundus) to improvements in male reproductive health is limited and mostly preclinical. Some animal studies suggest potential antioxidant and hormone-modulating effects, but these are preliminary and not robustly validated in humans. Most clinical research on Cyperus focuses on its effects for gastrointestinal, analgesic, or anti-inflammatory purposes rather than direct male reproductive outcomes. Therefore, its use for male reproductive system support is primarily justified by traditional rather than scientific evidence, and the strength of evidence is modest.

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