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The Medical School is studying kudzu as a possible way to treat cravings, by turning an extracted compound from the herb into a medical drug. The mechanism for this is not yet established, but it may have to do with both alcohol and the reward circuits in the brain.

Kudzu also contains a number of useful isoflavones, including (an and agent). is a preventive and (an agent). Kudzu is a unique source of the . Kudzu root compounds can affect (including , , and .) It has shown value in treating and . It is recommended for allergies and diarrhea.

Research in mice models suggests that kudzu is beneficial in women for control of some post-menopausal symptoms, such as hypertension and diabetes type II.

In , where it is known as gé gn, kudzu is considered one of the . It is used to treat, and (superficial heat close to the surface).