Evidence supporting the use of: Bean
For the health condition: Nephritis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Beans, specifically the seeds and pods of certain species such as Phaseolus vulgaris (common bean) and Vicia faba (fava bean), have been traditionally used in some cultures as a remedy for nephritis and other kidney ailments. The use is rooted primarily in traditional herbal medicine systems, including some European and Asian folk practices, where decoctions made from bean pods were believed to have diuretic properties, thus supporting kidney function and reducing swelling or inflammation associated with nephritis. However, this traditional use is largely based on empirical observations rather than systematic scientific studies.

Modern scientific research on the efficacy of beans or bean pods in treating nephritis is extremely limited. Some studies have explored the general health benefits of legumes, such as their antioxidant content, but there is no substantial clinical evidence to support their use specifically for nephritis. No randomized controlled trials or robust pharmacological investigations directly link bean or bean pod extracts to an improvement in nephritis symptoms or kidney inflammation in humans. Therefore, the use of beans for nephritis remains primarily traditional, with minimal scientific validation.

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