Evidence supporting the use of: Loquat
For the health condition: Psoriasis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, where its leaves and fruit are commonly used to treat respiratory issues and soothe the throat. In some traditional practices, loquat leaves have also been utilized for their purported anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties. References to its use for skin conditions such as psoriasis, however, are limited and mainly anecdotal. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) texts and herbal compendiums sometimes list loquat leaves as an ingredient in formulas intended to "clear heat" and reduce inflammation, which can be loosely associated with skin flare-ups like those seen in psoriasis.

Scientific evidence supporting the use of loquat specifically for psoriasis is minimal. A few laboratory studies indicate that extracts from loquat leaves possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and some compounds (such as triterpenes) may inhibit pathways involved in inflammation. However, these findings are preliminary, generally not conducted in humans, and not focused on psoriasis specifically. There are no strong clinical trials or systematic reviews that directly support loquat's effectiveness in managing psoriasis. Thus, while its use for this condition is grounded in tradition, the available evidence is weak and largely indirect.

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