Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) has a longstanding history of use in traditional herbal medicine, mainly in Europe and North America, but its use specifically for "afterbirth pain" (the uterine contractions and discomfort that occur after childbirth) is primarily rooted in folk tradition rather than robust scientific evidence. In traditional herbal practice, goldenrod has been used for its purported anti-inflammatory, astringent, and diuretic properties. Some herbalists have included goldenrod in formulas intended to support postpartum recovery, possibly due to these general properties and its historical use for urinary tract and wound healing support. However, there is scant documentation in authoritative ethnobotanical literature explicitly linking goldenrod to afterbirth pain management. No clinical trials or pharmacological studies have specifically investigated goldenrod for this indication, and its role appears to be extrapolated from its broader use in supporting tissue healing and reducing inflammation. As such, while there may be anecdotal or tradition-based reasons for its inclusion in postpartum remedies, this is not substantiated by scientific validation or rigorous historical documentation focused on afterbirth pain. Therefore, the evidence supporting goldenrod’s use for afterbirth pain is minimal and primarily traditional, meriting a low evidence rating.

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