Finger Cactus
Cissus quadrangularis
Cissus quadrangularis 是一种传统上在世界各地不同地区使用的植物，特别是在印度和非洲。它被用于某些传统实践中治疗痔疮。科学研究表明，它可能有助于调节血糖、血脂、血压和体重，并且研究表明从 Cissus quadrangularis 提取的物质也可能表现出抗菌、抗氧化和抗炎活性。尽管这种植物的传统用途有限，但一项系统性回顾发现，在 12 种植物中显示出有希望的结果，突显了其在代谢健康方面的潜力。根据当前数据，没有显著的安全问题，并且没有记录到药物相互作用。
- 最佳证据
- A
- 注意事项
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仅供参考。传统用法并不代表已被证实有效。证据与安全性各不相同，请查阅所引来源。
科学怎么说
- 这项系统性回顾发现，Cissus quadrangularis 在调节血糖、血脂、血压和促进体重减轻方面显示出潜力，尽管证据尚不充分。
- 研究发现，Cissus quadrangularis 是泰国传统上用于治疗痔疮的其他植物之一，根据其药理活性。
- 补充 Dichrostachys glomerata 或 Cissus quadrangularis 提取物可增加 GLP-1 水平并降低 DPP-4 活性，从而改善身体组成和代谢参数。
- 研究发现，负载有Cissus quadrangularis的二氧化钛纳米颗粒表现出强大的抗菌、抗氧化和抗炎活性，并且具有很高的生物相容性。
Frequently asked questions
What is Finger Cactus?
Finger Cactus (Cissus quadrangularis) 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 Finger Cactus?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Finger Cactus; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: 这项系统性回顾发现，Cissus quadrangularis 在调节血糖、血脂、血压和促进体重减轻方面显示出潜力，尽管证据尚不充分。
How strong is the evidence for Finger Cactus?
The strongest finding for Finger Cactus carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Finger Cactus safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Finger Cactus in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Finger Cactus interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Finger Cactus in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Finger Cactus?
Finger Cactus is also known as: Cisse à quatre angles.
Is Finger Cactus 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.
来源
- T2 Evaluation of use and efficacy of African traditional medicine for metabolic syndrome: a systematic review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of Dichrostachys glomerata and Cissus quadrangularis Extracts on GLP-1 Secretion and DPP-4 Activity in Overweight and Obese Individuals: A Randomized Controlled Trial. literature abstract metadata
- T2 An ethnobotanical review of medicinal plants used for treating hemorrhoids in Thailand. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Green Synthesis of Cissus Quadrangularis-loaded Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles (CQ-TiO 2 ) and Evaluation of its Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and Biocompatibility activity in Human Periodontal Ligament Cells. literature abstract metadata