Evidence supporting the use of: Sumac
For the health condition: Bleeding (external)

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Synopsis

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

Sumac, which typically refers to plants in the genus Rhus (such as Rhus coriaria), has a long history of use in traditional medicine across the Middle East, Mediterranean, and parts of Asia. In these traditions, powdered sumac has been applied topically to wounds to help staunch external bleeding and promote healing. The astringent properties of sumac, due to its high tannin content, are believed to constrict tissues and blood vessels, thereby reducing bleeding. Historical texts and ethnobotanical surveys frequently mention sumac for this purpose. However, while these traditional uses are well documented, there is limited scientific research directly evaluating sumac’s effectiveness for controlling external bleeding in clinical or experimental settings. The evidence is mostly anecdotal or based on traditional medical systems rather than modern controlled studies. Thus, its use for external bleeding is justified more by tradition than by current scientific validation.

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