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

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Synopsis

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

The Asteraceae family, also known as the daisy or sunflower family, is one of the largest families of flowering plants and includes genera such as Echinacea and Artemisia, which have a long history of use in traditional medicine for respiratory ailments, including colds and congestion. Specifically, Echinacea species have been widely used in North American indigenous medicine as remedies for coughs, colds, and upper respiratory infections. The traditional use is often as a tea, tincture, or decoction, sometimes touted for both immune support and decongestant effects. However, the term "Asteraceae (unspecified)" is very broad, and while some members like Echinacea have been the subject of research, many other members have not been systematically studied or traditionally used for this purpose. Scientific studies on Echinacea show mixed results regarding its efficacy for cold symptoms, and few, if any, studies focus specifically on decongestant action. Other Asteraceae plants such as Artemisia and Tussilago have some ethnobotanical records of use for respiratory issues, but robust clinical evidence is lacking. In summary, the use of unspecified Asteraceae plants as decongestants for colds is primarily grounded in traditional practices rather than strong scientific validation, and the evidence base is modest at best for any member of this family.

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