Evidence supporting the use of: Allium tuberosum
For the health condition: Fungal Infections
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Allium tuberosum, commonly known as garlic chives, has a history of use in traditional medicine across East Asia, but there is also emerging scientific evidence supporting its antifungal properties. Several in vitro studies have investigated extracts of Allium tuberosum for their ability to inhibit the growth of various fungal pathogens, including Candida albicans and Aspergillus species. The antifungal effects are attributed to the presence of organosulfur compounds, flavonoids, and saponins, which have demonstrated activity against fungal cell membranes and metabolic pathways.
However, while laboratory studies show promise, clinical trials in humans are lacking, and most evidence remains preclinical. The concentrations effective in vitro may not directly translate to efficacy in humans, and standardized dosing or preparations are not established. Traditional medicine systems, such as Chinese herbal medicine, have occasionally used Allium tuberosum for infections, but it is not a primary antifungal herb in these systems.
In summary, the use of Allium tuberosum for supporting or treating fungal infections is supported by preliminary scientific evidence from laboratory studies, but robust clinical validation is absent. Its use is not a prominent or primary traditional remedy for fungal infections, and more research is needed to determine its effectiveness and safety in human subjects.
Other ingredients used for Fungal Infections
10-Undecenoic Acid3-Phenyllactic Acid
Agarikon Mushroom
Ajoene
Ajuga
Alantolactone
Allicin
Allium tuberosum
Allyl isothiocyanate
Allyl sulfide
Aloe vera
alpha-pinene
alpha-terpineol
Ampelopsis
anamu
Ardisia
babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
barberry
Barleria
basil
bee hive
bee propolis
benzyl isothiocyanate
beta-pinene
bisabolene
black nightshade
black walnut
borneol
Brazilian peppertree
Caesalpinia crista
cajuput
Calendula
camphor oil
caprylic acid
carvacrol
caryophyllene
Centipeda
chalcone
chamomile
Cinnamomum
cinnamon
citral
citronella
coconut oil
commiphora
copaiba oil
curry leaf
Dianthus
eucalyptus
eugenol
Euphorbia
gamma-terpinene
garlic
geranial
geraniol
geranium
Glechoma hederacea
glyceryl caprylate caprate
glyceryl monolaurate
Gnaphalium
goldenseal
green tea
Hedyotis
henna
Herb Robert
Houttuynia
Indian fagonia
jojoba oil
Kefir
Labdanum
Lactoperoxidase
Laggera pterodonta
Lantana camara
lauric acid
Lebbek
lemongrass
Leptospermum scoparium
lichen
linalool
Litsea
liverwort
lodhtree
Macaranga indica
Mahonia
mangostin
marigold
Marking Nut Tree
melaleuca alternifolia
Melia
Menthol oil
Monolaurin
Morinda
Mountain Pepper
Mustard
Naphthoquinones
Neem tree
nut grass
Onosma bracteatum
oregano
oregon grape
oriental arborvitae
Oroxylum indicum
pau d'arco
Pentacyclic triterpenoids
phenolic compounds
phlorotannins
Plectranthus amboinicus
Plumbago zeylanica
Polygodial
polyphenols
Propolis
rosemary
rue
sage
Salvia
Sandalwood
Sapindus mukorossi
schizonepeta
Self-Heal
Soapberry
Sophora
Stereospermum
Storax
Sumac
Tea Tree Oil
Terpinen-4-ol
Terpinolene
Thaumatococcus daniellii
Thiosulfinate
Thuja
Thymol
Tulbaghia
turmeric
Undecylenic acid
Violet
Water Pepper
Winter Savory
Wrightia tinctoria
zanthoxylum
Zingiberene
Other health conditions supported by Allium tuberosum
Abdominal PainAnemia
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bleeding (internal)
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cough (damp)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Fatigue
Fungal Infections
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hemorrhoids
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Kidney Infection
Liver Detoxification
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores
