Evidence supporting the use of: Jujube
For the health condition: Neurosis

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Synopsis

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

Jujube (Ziziphus jujuba), also known as Chinese date, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). For centuries, it has been prescribed to address symptoms that today might be classified under the umbrella term "neurosis," such as anxiety, insomnia, irritability, and restlessness. In TCM, jujube is thought to "nourish the blood," "calm the spirit," and harmonize the effects of other herbs, making it a common ingredient in formulas aimed at calming the mind and improving sleep.

Modern scientific studies on jujube’s effects on neurotic symptoms are limited and generally preliminary. Some animal studies and small clinical trials suggest that jujube extracts may have anxiolytic and sedative effects, potentially by modulating neurotransmitter systems such as GABA and serotonin. However, these studies are not large or robust enough to provide high-quality evidence for efficacy in treating neurosis as defined by modern psychiatry.

Overall, the use of jujube for neurosis is primarily justified by traditional use, with some emerging but incomplete scientific support. Its safety profile is favorable, but anyone considering its use for neurotic symptoms should consult a healthcare professional, as evidence for its efficacy is still limited and primarily rooted in historical rather than scientific validation.

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