Evidence supporting the use of: Sete sangrias
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

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

Sete sangrias (Cuphea spp.), a plant commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese folk medicine, is traditionally employed for a variety of conditions, including as a remedy for fevers and chills. The rationale for its use in treating chills is primarily rooted in tradition and ethnobotanical practices. In folk medicine, sete sangrias is often prepared as a tea or infusion, and is believed to have febrifuge (fever-reducing) and diaphoretic (sweat-inducing) properties, which may indirectly address chills by promoting sweating and lowering body temperature. However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies specifically validating its efficacy for treating chills. Most available research on Cuphea species focuses on other pharmacological activities, such as antihypertensive or antioxidant effects, rather than its use for chills or fever. Published ethnobotanical surveys (such as those from Brazil) acknowledge its common use for symptoms associated with colds and flu, which often include chills, but do not provide clinical evidence. Therefore, its application for chills remains a traditional practice with minimal scientific validation, reflected in the low evidence rating.

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