Evidence supporting the use of: Grindelia
For the health condition: Cough (damp)

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Synopsis

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

Grindelia (commonly called gumweed) has a long history of traditional use, particularly among Native American and later Western herbalists, for the treatment of respiratory conditions such as coughs with profuse or "damp" expectoration. Historical records from the 19th and early 20th centuries document its application in bronchitis, asthma, and other wet coughs, largely due to its expectorant and mild anti-inflammatory properties. The plant contains resinous compounds, saponins, and flavonoids which may help in loosening mucus and soothing irritated mucous membranes. However, robust modern scientific studies validating Grindelia's efficacy for cough, especially "damp" cough, are limited. Most references to its use are found in ethnobotanical texts, traditional herbal monographs, and older pharmacopoeias. The evidence for its effectiveness is therefore primarily anecdotal or based on tradition rather than on systematic clinical trials or rigorous pharmacological research. As such, its use for "damp" cough is justified by tradition, with a modest level of supporting evidence based on historical and observational data, but lacking strong scientific validation.

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Other health conditions supported by Grindelia

Asthma
Bronchitis
Cough (damp)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Inflammation

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