Evidence supporting the use of: Panax Notoginseng
For the body system: Parasympathetic Nervous System

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Panax Notoginseng (also known as Sanqi or Tianqi) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it is valued for its purported ability to "invigorate the blood," reduce inflammation, and promote healing. In TCM philosophy, balancing the autonomic nervous system—of which the parasympathetic nervous system is a part—can be achieved through harmonizing body functions and improving circulation. While notoginseng is traditionally used for cardiovascular health, trauma, and bleeding, its role in supporting the parasympathetic nervous system specifically is not directly articulated in classical texts. However, its calming and restorative properties are sometimes interpreted by practitioners as indirectly supporting parasympathetic activity, such as reducing stress and improving recovery.

Modern scientific research on Panax Notoginseng has primarily focused on its saponins (notoginsenosides) and their effects on cardiovascular health, inflammation, and neuroprotection. Some animal and in vitro studies suggest notoginseng may have neuroprotective effects and can modulate neurotransmitter systems, but direct evidence for significant support of parasympathetic nervous system function in humans is limited. Thus, its use for this specific purpose is based more on traditional interpretations rather than robust scientific validation.

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