Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Squawvine (Mitchella repens) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American groups and early North American settlers. While squawvine is most commonly recognized for its use in supporting female reproductive health—especially as a uterine tonic and to support childbirth—some traditional sources also mention its use for mild digestive complaints, including constipation in children. However, these references are infrequent and often anecdotal, lacking the robust documentation found with other herbal remedies for constipation.

There is no substantial scientific research validating squawvine’s efficacy or safety for treating constipation in children. The plant contains various compounds such as tannins and glycosides, which might have some astringent or mild stimulant effects, but these effects have not been systematically studied or linked to relief from constipation. Modern herbal texts rarely mention squawvine for this purpose, and it is not commonly included in contemporary pediatric herbal protocols for constipation. Overall, the evidence supporting its use for childhood constipation is minimal and based on scattered traditional reports rather than clinical trials or scientific studies.

As with any herbal remedy intended for children, caution is advised. The lack of reliable evidence and safety data means that squawvine should not be considered a primary or proven treatment for constipation in children.

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