Evidence supporting the use of: Eleutherococcus gracilistylus
For the body system: Structural System

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Eleutherococcus gracilistylus, also known as "Ciwujia" in traditional Chinese medicine, has been used historically to promote general health, vitality, and adaptation to stress. Its inclusion in formulations for musculoskeletal health or to "strengthen bones and tendons" is primarily based on traditional use, rather than robust scientific validation. According to centuries-old Chinese medical texts, Eleutherococcus species, including E. gracilistylus, are believed to "dispel wind-dampness," "tonify kidney and liver," and thereby support the body's structural integrity, which in traditional medicine is associated with the health of bones, joints, and connective tissues.

However, scientific studies directly evaluating Eleutherococcus gracilistylus for structural system support (such as bone health, joint health, or connective tissue repair) are limited. Most modern research has focused on its adaptogenic, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties, with only occasional references to effects on bone metabolism or musculoskeletal health, and these are generally preliminary or extrapolated from animal or in vitro studies. Therefore, while its use for supporting the structural system is justified by tradition, there is insufficient high-quality scientific evidence to robustly support these claims at this time.

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