Evidence supporting the use of: Amaranthus tricolor
For the health condition: Bloodshot Eyes

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Amaranthus tricolor, commonly known as Joseph's coat or edible amaranth, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Asia. Traditional healers in some regions have used preparations of Amaranthus tricolor for various ailments, including eye conditions such as bloodshot eyes (conjunctival hyperemia). The rationale in folk medicine is typically based on the plant’s purported anti-inflammatory and cooling properties, which are believed to soothe irritation and redness when applied topically or consumed as a vegetable.

However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies directly investigating Amaranthus tricolor for treating bloodshot eyes. Most of the evidence supporting its use is anecdotal or based on ethnobotanical records. While some laboratory research has indicated that Amaranthus tricolor contains bioactive compounds (such as flavonoids and phenolic acids) with general anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, these findings do not specifically validate its efficacy for eye redness or related ocular conditions.

In summary, the use of Amaranthus tricolor for bloodshot eyes is primarily justified by traditional practices, with minimal scientific evidence to support its effectiveness for this indication.

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