Evidence supporting the use of: Morning glory
For the health condition: Epilepsy

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.) has been mentioned in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Central and South America, for various uses, including as a psychoactive plant and occasionally for addressing ailments such as epilepsy. The seeds contain compounds such as lysergic acid amide (LSA), which is chemically related to LSD and can have effects on the central nervous system. In some ethnobotanical accounts, traditional healers have used Morning Glory seeds in ritualistic or medicinal contexts, sometimes aimed at treating convulsions or epilepsy-like symptoms. However, the rationale for its use was based more on spiritual or symbolic beliefs than on a pharmacological understanding of epilepsy. There is extremely limited, if any, scientific evidence to support Morning Glory seeds as an effective or safe treatment for epilepsy. Modern clinical research does not validate its efficacy, and due to the presence of psychoactive and potentially toxic compounds, the seeds may pose significant health risks, including possible worsening of seizures. Additionally, the hallucinogenic properties of LSA can lead to unpredictable psychological effects. Thus, while there is some historical precedent for its use in traditional medicine, there is little to no scientific basis for recommending Morning Glory in the management of epilepsy, and its use is not supported by contemporary medical guidelines.

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