Evidence supporting the use of: Ox
For the health condition: Post Partum Weakness
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
The use of Ox-derived products (such as ox meat, ox bone broth, or ox gall) for supporting or treating postpartum weakness is primarily rooted in traditional medicine, particularly within certain East Asian and folk medicinal systems. Historical records from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and other traditional practices sometimes cite ox bone or ox-derived broths as nourishing tonics intended to help restore strength and vitality in women after childbirth. These remedies are thought to "tonify" the body's qi (vital energy) and replenish blood lost during delivery, in line with traditional concepts of health and recovery. However, the evidence supporting these uses is largely anecdotal, passed down through generations rather than systematically tested.
There is currently little to no robust scientific evidence directly validating the efficacy of ox-derived products specifically for postpartum weakness. Modern clinical studies on postpartum recovery tend to focus on balanced nutrition, iron supplementation, and rest, rather than specific animal-based tonics. While ox meat and bone broth can be sources of protein and minerals, their unique benefit for postpartum weakness has not been demonstrated in controlled trials. Therefore, the practice is justified by tradition but lacks strong scientific support.
Other health conditions supported by Ox
DebilityFatigue
Labor and Delivery
Nervous Exhaustion
Post Partum Weakness
Protein Digestion (poor)