Evidence supporting the use of: Aralia
For the health condition: Dizziness
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Aralia, a genus of plants that includes species such as Aralia racemosa and Aralia elata, has a longstanding place in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Eastern Asia and North America. Historical records and ethnobotanical sources document the use of various Aralia species for a range of ailments, with some reports mentioning its use to treat symptoms that may include dizziness, weakness, or fatigue. These uses are primarily rooted in folk medicine practices, where Aralia roots and extracts were believed to tonify the body, enhance energy, and support overall vitality, which may indirectly address dizziness, especially when associated with weakness or exhaustion.
However, there is minimal direct scientific evidence supporting Aralia's efficacy specifically for dizziness. The existing research primarily focuses on other traditional uses, such as immune modulation, anti-inflammatory effects, or adaptogenic properties. Clinical trials or pharmacological studies evaluating Aralia for the treatment of dizziness are lacking. Thus, any support for its use in dizziness is largely anecdotal or based on historical tradition rather than validated scientific research.
In summary, the use of Aralia for dizziness is justified by traditional practices rather than scientific validation, and the quality of evidence is low.
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betel
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ginger
ginseng
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magnesium
quail egg
rosemary
schizonepeta
vitamin B
squawvine
xanthium (cockleburs)
gastrodia
alpinia galangal
lemongrass
chrysanthemum
siler root
amber
dodder
ganoderma
sweet flag
aster root
Aralia
Ardisia
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Arani
Atractylone
Betony
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Bupleurum
Black Hellebore
Borneol
Chinese Silkvine
Coca
Clerodendrum indicum
Dianthus
Dragonhead
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Spikenard
Vervain
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by Aralia
Adrenal FatigueAllergies (respiratory)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Cancer (prevention)
Circulation (poor)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Debility
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Glands (swollen lymph)
Inflammation
Injuries
Insomnia
Lungs (fluid in)
Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Nervous Exhaustion
Pain (general remedies for)
Pneumonia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Stress
Tuberculosis
Wounds and Sores