Evidence supporting the use of: Violet
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Violet (Viola odorata and related species) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly within European, Middle Eastern, and Ayurvedic traditions, for the treatment of chest pain and respiratory complaints. Historically, violet leaves and flowers have been incorporated into syrups, teas, and poultices intended for ailments such as coughs, bronchitis, pleurisy, and chest pain. The rationale behind this traditional use is often attributed to violet’s mild expectorant, demulcent, and anti-inflammatory properties, which may soothe irritated mucous membranes in the respiratory tract.

However, direct scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of violet for chest pain specifically is very limited. The traditional use appears to be more centered around relief of symptoms associated with respiratory tract infections and inflammation, rather than the treatment of chest pain from cardiac origins. Some in vitro and animal studies have suggested anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities of violet extracts, but these findings have not been robustly translated into clinical trials for chest pain in humans. As such, while the use of violet for chest pain is rooted in tradition, modern clinical validation is lacking, and its use should not be considered a substitute for evidence-based treatment of serious chest pain, particularly of cardiac origin.

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