Evidence supporting the use of: Phenolics (various)
For the health condition: Congestion (bronchial)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Phenolic compounds, a diverse class of phytochemicals found in plants (such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, and tannins), have been examined for their effects on bronchial congestion and other respiratory issues. Scientific studies indicate that certain phenolics possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, which may contribute to their efficacy in respiratory conditions. For example, flavonoids like quercetin and catechins have demonstrated the ability to inhibit inflammatory mediators and reduce oxidative stress, both of which play roles in bronchial congestion. Some clinical and preclinical research suggests that phenolic-rich extracts from plants such as thyme, eucalyptus, and elderberry can reduce symptoms of bronchial congestion, possibly by thinning mucus, reducing inflammation, and inhibiting the growth of respiratory pathogens.

However, the strength of evidence varies depending on the specific phenolic compound and the formulation used. Most studies involve extracts containing a mix of phenolics, making it difficult to attribute effects to individual compounds. Additionally, while animal and laboratory studies are promising, high-quality human clinical trials are limited. Overall, there is moderate scientific support for the use of various phenolics in alleviating bronchial congestion, but further well-designed clinical studies are needed to confirm their efficacy and establish optimal dosing and safety profiles.

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allspice
aloe vera
alpha-pinene
waterhyssop
basil
benegut perilla (proprietary)
beta-pinene
black cumin
black currant
black pepper
Indian frankincense
bupleurum falcatum
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caffeine
capsaicinoids
chamomile
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clove
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cowage seed
turmeric
echinacea purpurea
elderberry
ethanol
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
grape
onion
green tea
horseradish
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licorice root
lovage
mustard seed
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
spruce
ophiopogon root
oregano
perilla
phellodendron amurense
platycodon root
pomegranate
quercetin
rosemary
scrophularia root
shiitake mushroom
spearmint leaf
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
vitamin C
yellow root
squawvine
boneset
mullein
hyssop
cardamom
atractylodes
capsicum
mugwort
malabar nut
alpinia galangal
ferula assafoetida
inula racemosa
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lingusticum wallichii
buckthorn
fritillaria
lemongrass
yerba santa
elecampane
coltsfoot
chrysanthemum
juniper berries
siler root
sweet flag
oriental arborvitae
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
menthol oil
aster root
abies spectabilis
horehound
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cayenne pepper
soursop
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berry
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