Evidence supporting the use of: Trichosanthis
For the body system: Pancreas Head

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

Trichosanthis, commonly known as Trichosanthes kirilowii or Chinese snake gourd, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is traditionally believed to support various internal organs, including the pancreas, particularly in the context of managing "thirst" (diabetes-like symptoms). In TCM, Trichosanthis root (Tian Hua Fen) is used to "clear heat" and "generate fluids," making it a common remedy for thirst and wasting disorders that are often interpreted as diabetes or pancreatic dysfunction in modern terms. However, while there are some animal and in vitro studies that suggest potential hypoglycemic and anti-inflammatory effects, robust clinical data in humans are lacking. The specific association with the pancreas—especially the pancreas head as an anatomical subunit—is not directly addressed in either traditional or scientific literature. Instead, usage is based on broader symptom categories. Thus, its use for supporting the pancreas is justified primarily by traditional practice rather than strong scientific evidence. The traditional evidence rates a 2 out of 5 due to consistency of usage in TCM but lack of modern clinical validation or anatomical specificity.

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