Evidence supporting the use of: Angelica archanglica
For the health condition: Colds (decongestant)

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Synopsis

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

Angelica archangelica, commonly known as garden angelica, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine, particularly as a remedy for respiratory ailments such as colds and congestion. Historical texts and folk medicine records from Scandinavia and broader Europe describe angelica root as a warming, aromatic herb thought to help expel phlegm, open the airways, and ease breathing during upper respiratory tract infections. These traditional uses have led to its inclusion in some herbal cough syrups, teas, and decongestant formulations.

However, modern scientific studies directly investigating the decongestant or anti-cold effects of Angelica archangelica in humans are extremely limited. While the plant contains various essential oils (e.g., α-pinene, limonene) and coumarins with potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects in vitro, clinical trials substantiating its efficacy as a decongestant are lacking. Thus, its use for colds is primarily justified by traditional knowledge, with only weak indirect support from laboratory studies of its constituents’ properties. Based on available evidence, angelica’s reputation for helping with congestion is supported by tradition rather than rigorous scientific research.

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