Evidence supporting the use of: Red Spruce
For the health condition: Cough (dry)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Red Spruce (Picea rubens) has a history of traditional use in North American folk medicine, particularly among indigenous peoples and early settlers, for treating respiratory ailments, including dry coughs. Preparations from Red Spruce, such as teas made from the needles or bark, were consumed as remedies for coughs and other symptoms related to colds and bronchitis. The aromatic resins and essential oils present in spruce species were believed to soothe irritated airways and provide mild expectorant effects.

However, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Red Spruce specifically for dry cough is lacking. While some studies exist on related coniferous species indicating mild antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties, there have been no rigorous clinical trials or pharmacological studies confirming Red Spruce’s effectiveness for cough or respiratory conditions. Most references to its use are found in ethnobotanical literature and historical texts, rather than peer-reviewed medical research.

In summary, the use of Red Spruce for dry cough is primarily justified by traditional knowledge rather than scientific validation, and the available evidence is weak, meriting a low evidence score.

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