Lentil
Lens culinaris
Lens culinaris, commonly known as lens or lentil, is a traditional plant primarily cultivated for its edible seeds. Traditionally, there are no specific recorded uses of this plant in any particular medical tradition. Scientific evidence from studies suggests that certain genetic markers within the lentil genome may be useful in predicting fibrosis risk in patients with hepatitis B infection, though further validation is required to confirm these findings. Resequencing 238 lens accessions has also revealed significant associations between various qualitative and agronomic traits, providing valuable insights for breeding programs aimed at improving disease resistance and nutritional content such as iron and zinc levels. These studies indicate genotype-by-environment interactions affecting the nutritional value of lentils, with some genotypes showing stability across different environments. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been identified regarding lens culinaris.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- HPS and DCP showed better predictive performance for fibrosis risk than AFP-L3 in HBV infection, though further validation is needed.
- This study resequenced 238 Lens accessions, identifying genetic variations linked to agronomic traits like disease resistance in lentils.
- The study identified stable lentil genotypes for iron and zinc content across different environments using AMMI and GGE biplot models.
- Strong associations exist between various qualitative and agronomic traits in lentil, providing valuable insights for breeding programs.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lentil?
Lentil (Lens culinaris) 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 Lentil?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Lentil; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: HPS and DCP showed better predictive performance for fibrosis risk than AFP-L3 in HBV infection, though further validation is needed.
How strong is the evidence for Lentil?
The strongest finding for Lentil carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Lentil safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Lentil in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Lentil interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Lentil in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Lentil?
Lentil is also known as: Чечевица пищевая, lentille cultivée.
Is Lentil 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.
Sources
- T2 Insights into lentil diversity, domestication, and the genetic basis of important agronomic traits through resequencing of 238 Lens accessions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Association of Qualitative Characters With Agronomic Traits, and Their Breeding Importance in Lentil (Lens culinaris Medikus). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative evaluation of Hepassocin, DCP, and AFP-L3 for non-invasive assessment of liver fibrosis in Hepatitis B infection. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Investigating the spatial adaptation for iron and zinc content using AMMI and GGE biplot model in lentil (Lens culinaris L.). literature abstract metadata