Evidence supporting the use of: Morinda (unspecified)
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Morinda, particularly species such as Morinda citrifolia (commonly known as noni), has a history of use in traditional medicine systems across Polynesia, Southeast Asia, and parts of India. In these cultures, Morinda is sometimes used for ailments that include chest pain, which may be interpreted as symptoms of heart disease, respiratory problems, or musculoskeletal pain. The plant's roots, leaves, and fruits have been used in decoctions, poultices, and infusions with the belief that they offer analgesic, anti-inflammatory, or cardiotonic effects. However, scientific validation for the specific use of Morinda in chest pain is limited. Most of the available evidence is anecdotal or based on ethnobotanical records rather than clinical research. A few laboratory studies suggest potential anti-inflammatory or antioxidant properties of Morinda extracts, but these findings have not been directly assessed in well-controlled trials for chest pain (angina, pleurisy, or other causes). No authoritative medical organizations recommend Morinda for chest pain, and its efficacy and safety for this indication remain unproven. Therefore, while there is a traditional precedent for its use, the strength of evidence is weak and largely unsupported by modern scientific research.

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