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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Viola species (commonly known as violets, including Viola odorata and others) have a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine across Europe, Asia, and other regions. In traditional systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda, Viola has been used for various ailments, often for its purported cooling, anti-inflammatory, and diaphoretic (promoting sweating) properties. In some folk practices, remedies made from Viola were used to treat symptoms associated with fevers, chills, and colds, based on the belief that promoting sweating could help “break” a fever or manage chills. However, these uses are grounded in traditional concepts rather than evidence-based science.

Modern scientific research on Viola species has primarily focused on their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities, and their applications in skin disorders, respiratory issues, and as mild expectorants. There is little to no clinical or pharmacological evidence directly supporting the use of Viola for treating chills specifically. No well-conducted human studies have evaluated its efficacy for chills, nor are there recognized pharmacological mechanisms tying Viola directly to the alleviation of chills as a symptom. Thus, the use of Viola for chills is justified by historical and traditional usage rather than scientific validation.

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