Evidence supporting the use of: Southern Prickly Ash
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

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

Southern Prickly Ash (Zanthoxylum clava-herculis) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American tribes and early settlers in North America. It was employed for a variety of ailments, including as a remedy for "chest pain" or angina-like symptoms. Historical records indicate that the bark and berries were sometimes made into teas or tinctures with the belief that they could stimulate circulation and alleviate symptoms associated with chest discomfort. However, while this traditional use is documented, there is no substantial modern clinical or pharmacological evidence validating its effectiveness for chest pain or cardiovascular conditions. The mechanism by which Southern Prickly Ash might influence chest pain is not well studied, and no randomized controlled trials have investigated its efficacy or safety for this indication. Thus, while the use is rooted in tradition, scientific support is lacking, and the evidence should be considered very weak (rated 1/5), primarily based on anecdotal and ethnobotanical sources rather than rigorous scientific evaluation.

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