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Labisia pumila

Labisia pumila

Labisia pumila, a plant traditionally used primarily in Malaysian folk medicine, has shown promise across various scientific studies. It is traditionally employed for respiratory and gastrointestinal conditions but lacks specific documented uses in traditional practices. Scientific evidence suggests that Labisia pumila standardized extract (SKF7®) may aid in weight management by reducing body weight, BMI, waist circumference, and waist-to-height ratio in individuals with obesity. Additionally, the polysaccharides from this plant have been shown to increase lifespan and improve stress tolerance in nematodes and fruit flies, indicating potential anti-aging benefits. Labisia pumila var. alata extract has demonstrated apoptosis induction in MCF-7 breast cancer cells by inhibiting oestrogen receptor activity, suggesting possible applications in oncology research. The extract also showed potential anti-SARS-CoV-2 and anti-inflammatory activities in vitro, indicating broad biological effects. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded to date, but further research is needed to fully understand its efficacy and safety profile.

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Mejor evidencia
B
Precauciones
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Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.

Lo que dice la ciencia

  • Los polisacáridos de Labisia pumila aumentan la longevidad y mejoran la tolerancia al estrés en C. elegans y D. melanogaster. D PMID
  • El extracto de Labisia pumila var. alata induce apoptosis en las células cancerosas del seno MCF-7 inhibiendo la actividad del receptor de estrógenos. D PMID
  • El estudio mostró que SKF7® presentó potenciales actividades antiviral y antiinflamatoria in vitro. D PMID
  • El estudio mostró que el extracto standardizado de Labisia pumila (SKF7®) demostró una reducción estadísticamente significativa en el porcentaje de cambio del peso corporal, IMC, circunferencia de la cintura y relación cintura-altura en individuos con obesidad. B PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Labisia pumila?

Labisia pumila (Labisia pumila) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about Labisia pumila?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Labisia pumila; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: Los polisacáridos de Labisia pumila aumentan la longevidad y mejoran la tolerancia al estrés en C. elegans y D. melanogaster.

How strong is the evidence for Labisia pumila?

The strongest finding for Labisia pumila carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Labisia pumila safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Labisia pumila in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Labisia pumila interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Labisia pumila in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

Is Labisia pumila a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Fuentes

  1. T2 Labisia pumila standardized extract (SKF7®) reduces percentage of waist circumference and waist-to-height ratio in individuals with obesity. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 In vitro study on efficacy of SKF7®, a Malaysian medicinal plant product against SARS-CoV-2. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Labisia pumila var. alata Extract Induces Apoptosis Cell Death by Inhibiting the Activity of Oestrogen Receptors in MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cells. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Polysaccharide-mediated aging-modulatory effects of Labisia Pumila extracts on the physiological changes in C. elegans and D. melanogaster. literature abstract metadata