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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Horsemint (Monarda spp.), also known as bee balm or wild bergamot, has a long history of traditional use by Native American and early American herbalists for a variety of ailments, including chills and fevers. The plant was often used in the form of infusions or teas to help alleviate symptoms associated with colds, flu, and chills. The rationale behind its use was partly due to its aromatic, warming properties, and its ability to induce perspiration (“diaphoretic” action), which was historically believed to help break fevers and relieve chills. Ethnobotanical records document its use among several Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee and the Menominee, for these purposes.

However, scientific validation for its effectiveness against chills specifically is minimal. While Monarda species contain compounds such as thymol and carvacrol with antimicrobial and mild analgesic properties, clinical studies directly supporting its use for treating chills are lacking. Thus, the evidence for horsemint’s use in treating chills is primarily traditional, based on historical and ethnobotanical sources rather than robust modern clinical research.

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