Evidence supporting the use of: Botanical (unspecified)
For the health condition: Anxiety Disorders

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Botanical ingredients have a long history of use in traditional medicine systems for the management of anxiety disorders and symptoms related to anxiety. Many plants, such as Valeriana officinalis (valerian), Passiflora incarnata (passionflower), and Matricaria chamomilla (chamomile), have been used in various cultures—European herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Ayurveda—to promote relaxation and reduce anxious feelings. The rationale for their use is primarily based on centuries of anecdotal observation and empirical practice rather than rigorous scientific study.

While some modern research has begun to investigate the effects of specific botanicals on anxiety, the overall evidence remains limited, with most studies being small, of short duration, or having methodological limitations. As a result, the use of botanicals for anxiety is still mainly justified by traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. Clinical guidelines generally do not recommend botanical treatments as first-line therapies due to the paucity of high-quality evidence, potential for interactions, and variability in product quality. Nevertheless, the long-standing tradition of using certain botanicals for anxiety continues to influence their use today, especially in complementary and alternative medicine contexts.

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