Evidence supporting the use of: Flesh-Finger Citron
For the health condition: Worry

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Synopsis

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

Flesh-Finger Citron (Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis), also known as Buddha's Hand, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, it is called "Fo Shou" and has been used as an herbal remedy for various conditions, including emotional disturbances such as "worry," anxiety, and melancholy. According to traditional belief, Flesh-Finger Citron helps to regulate qi (vital energy), especially in the liver and stomach meridians, which are thought to be involved in emotional health. Worry, in TCM, is often attributed to disharmony or stagnation of qi, and Fo Shou is prescribed to soothe the liver, harmonize the stomach, and relieve emotional distress.

Despite its historical use, there is limited scientific research directly supporting the efficacy of Flesh-Finger Citron for treating worry or anxiety. Some modern studies have investigated the plant's essential oils and found mild sedative or anxiolytic effects in animal models, but the evidence in humans is lacking, and no major clinical trials have validated its use for psychological symptoms. Therefore, while its use for worry is well-established within the context of traditional herbal practice, scientific validation remains minimal. The current support for its use is thus primarily traditional, with moderate anecdotal and historical evidence but limited empirical backing.

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