Evidence supporting the use of: Crinum latifolium
For the body system: Prostate

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

Crinum latifolium has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Southeast Asia, for supporting prostate health and treating conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Traditional practitioners in Vietnam, for example, have employed extracts from the leaves of Crinum latifolium to alleviate symptoms associated with enlarged prostate, including urinary difficulties. The plant is believed to possess anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, which are thought to contribute to its supportive effects on the prostate.

Scientific studies investigating Crinum latifolium's effects on the prostate are limited and mostly preliminary. Some in vitro and animal studies have suggested that extracts from the plant may inhibit the proliferation of prostate cells and reduce inflammation, mechanisms relevant to BPH. However, rigorous clinical trials in humans are lacking, and the available scientific literature does not provide strong or conclusive evidence to validate its efficacy for prostate health. Thus, while there is a clear traditional basis for using Crinum latifolium to support the prostate, scientific validation remains weak at this time.

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