Evidence supporting the use of: Dragonhead
For the health condition: Cataracts
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Dragonhead (Dracocephalum species), particularly Dracocephalum moldavica, is used in traditional medicine systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and certain folk practices. In some historical texts, Dragonhead is referenced as part of herbal formulas intended to "clear heat," "brighten the eyes," or support ocular health. However, the evidence supporting its use specifically for cataracts is largely anecdotal and based on traditional usage rather than modern clinical research. There is a lack of rigorous human studies or clinical trials directly evaluating Dragonhead’s effectiveness for preventing or treating cataracts. Most available information relates to its general antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which are sometimes theorized to have indirect benefits for eye health, but these claims remain speculative in the context of cataracts. In summary, Dragonhead's use for cataracts is justified primarily by tradition with minimal scientific validation, and should not be considered a proven or evidence-based therapy for this condition.
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vitamin E
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Dragonhead
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Other health conditions supported by Dragonhead
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anxiety
Asthma
Backache
Belching
Bronchitis
Canker Sores
Cataracts
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Emotional Sensitivity
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia
Irritability
Irritable Bowel Syndrome