Evidence supporting the use of: Osmanthus
For the health condition: Chills
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans) is primarily used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is believed to possess warming properties and is sometimes included in herbal remedies aimed at alleviating symptoms like chills, especially when associated with "wind-cold" patterns. The historical rationale is rooted in the traditional energetic properties attributed to the flower, such as its ability to "dispel cold" and "warm the meridians." These uses are documented in older Chinese materia medica texts and are reflected in the inclusion of osmanthus in certain warming teas and herbal formulas.
However, there is little to no modern scientific research directly supporting the effectiveness of osmanthus for treating chills. Most scientific studies on osmanthus focus on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential neuroprotective effects rather than its role in thermoregulation or treating cold sensations. Thus, while its use for chills has a basis in traditional practice, the evidence supporting this claim is weak by contemporary scientific standards.
Other ingredients used for Chills
allspicegreen chiretta
betel
bupleurum falcatum
bасора
clove
elderberry
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
greek mountain tea
mustard seed
pear
rhizome
schizonepeta
thyme
water
squawvine
xanthium (cockleburs)
atractylodes
mugwort
neem tree
nut grass
alpinia galangal
inula racemosa
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
peony
lingusticum wallichii
lemongrass
chrysanthemum
siler root
hyacinth bean
zanthoxylum
herbal blend (proprietary)
indigo leaves
Ash
Avens
Ardisia
Angelica
Anamu
Aconite
Asteracea
Arani
Arisaema
Atractylone
Bermuda Grass
Baphicacanthus cusia
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Butea monosperma
Black galingale
Bitter Grass
Bur-Reed
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Borassus aethiopum
Bassia scoparia
Borneol
Chinese Silkvine
Capillary Artemisia
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Cinchona
Chirata
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Essential Oil Blend
European-Five Finger Grass
Fang-Feng
Flat-stem milk-vetch
Mustard
Other health conditions supported by Osmanthus
Acid IndigestionAnxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Cancer (prevention)
Chills
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (general)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Fatigue
Fever
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Hypertension
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia
Jaundice (adults)
Liver Detoxification
Nausea and Vomiting
Pain (general remedies for)