Evidence supporting the use of: Tree Peony
For the body system: Ovaries

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa), known as "Mu Dan Pi" in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has a long-standing history of use to support female reproductive health, including the ovaries. In TCM, Tree Peony root is believed to "cool the blood," "move stagnation," and "regulate menstruation." It is commonly included in herbal formulas for conditions such as irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), and symptoms associated with ovarian or uterine dysfunction. The rationale is based on centuries of empirical observation and traditional theory, rather than modern biomedical mechanisms.

While Tree Peony is frequently used in this context in TCM, there is limited direct scientific validation for its effects specifically on the ovaries. Some modern studies have suggested that compounds in Tree Peony, such as paeonol and paeonoside, possess anti-inflammatory and hormone-modulating properties, but these studies are preliminary and often conducted in animal models or in vitro. Clinical trials directly assessing its impact on ovarian health in humans are lacking.

In summary, the use of Tree Peony to support ovarian function is primarily justified by traditional use, with moderate evidence from historical and empirical sources. Scientific research is emerging but not yet sufficient to fully validate its traditional indications for ovarian support.

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