Evidence supporting the use of: Pungent compounds (unspecified)
For the body system: Bronchials

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Pungent compounds, such as those found in garlic (allicin), horseradish, mustard, ginger, and chili peppers (capsaicin), have a long history of use in traditional medicine systems around the world for supporting the bronchial or respiratory system. In many cultures, these strong-smelling and spicy substances were believed to help clear congestion, stimulate mucus flow, and ease breathing difficulties. For example, traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda have included ginger and garlic for respiratory complaints for centuries. The mechanism is thought to be related to their ability to act as mild irritants, which can promote expectoration (coughing up of phlegm) and open airways. However, while there is some experimental and clinical support for certain pungent compounds' anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects (e.g., allicin from garlic or gingerol from ginger), robust human clinical evidence directly linking the broad category of “pungent compounds” to bronchial health is limited. Modern research tends to focus on individual compounds or extracts rather than the whole category, and findings are mixed or preliminary. As such, the use of pungent compounds to support the bronchial system is primarily justified by tradition, with moderate anecdotal and preliminary scientific support, but lacking the rigorous validation needed for a higher evidence score.

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