Evidence supporting the use of: Cowherb
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

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

Cowherb (commonly referring to Vaccaria segetalis or Vaccaria hispanica) is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is known as "Wang Bu Liu Xing." In TCM, Cowherb seeds are believed to promote blood circulation and resolve stagnation, which may assist in alleviating symptoms like chills that are thought to be due to blood or qi stagnation. However, Cowherb is not specifically or commonly used as a primary treatment for chills in either TCM or Western herbal traditions. When it is mentioned, its application is usually as part of complex herbal formulas rather than as a standalone remedy for chills. There is little to no direct scientific evidence supporting the use of Cowherb for chills specifically. Most available data focus on its broader roles in promoting circulation and addressing menstrual or lactation disorders. Thus, its association with chills is based mainly on historical and theoretical frameworks in traditional practice rather than on robust clinical or pharmacological evidence. The evidence supporting this use is therefore weak, with a rating of 1 out of 5.

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