Evidence supporting the use of: Centipeda minima
For the health condition: Burning Feet or Hands

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Centipeda minima, commonly known as "Spreading Sneezeweed," is a plant used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and some South Asian folk practices. Its primary historical uses have centered on treating respiratory conditions, nasal congestion, and skin disorders such as eczema and dermatitis. In certain traditional contexts, Centipeda minima is sometimes applied for symptomatic relief of skin inflammation and irritation, which may overlap with descriptions of burning sensations in the hands or feet. However, there is minimal documentation specifically referencing its use for "burning feet or hands" as a distinct condition in traditional texts. Scientific research on Centipeda minima has focused on its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, but clinical studies addressing its efficacy for neuropathic symptoms like burning sensations are lacking. Therefore, while there may be some traditional precedent for its use in managing inflammatory skin symptoms that could include burning, there is little to no robust scientific validation or clinical evidence supporting its effectiveness for burning feet or hands specifically. The overall evidence is weak and primarily grounded in traditional use rather than scientific validation.

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