Evidence supporting the use of: Finger Leaf Morning Glory
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Finger Leaf Morning Glory (Ipomoea digitata) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and other South Asian healing practices. In these traditions, the root and other parts of the plant have been used as part of herbal formulations intended to address conditions like chest pain, cough, and respiratory discomfort. The rationale often connects to the herb's reputed anti-inflammatory and soothing properties for the chest and lungs. However, while these uses are well-documented in traditional texts and ethnobotanical surveys, there is a lack of robust scientific research—such as controlled clinical trials—directly confirming its efficacy for chest pain in humans. Most available studies on Ipomoea digitata focus on its general pharmacological activities (e.g., antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, or adaptogenic effects) and are often limited to in vitro or animal models. Therefore, the support for its use in managing chest pain is rooted in traditional knowledge and anecdotal historical accounts rather than rigorous scientific validation. As such, the evidence rating for this use is low.

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