Evidence supporting the use of: Marigold (unspecified)
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Marigold, commonly referring to Calendula officinalis, has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly for skin conditions, including fungal infections. In various traditional systems, such as European folk medicine, marigold preparations (creams, ointments, or washes) have been applied topically to treat minor wounds, dermatitis, and superficial fungal infections like athlete’s foot and ringworm. The rationale is based on its reputed anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties.

Modern research provides some support for these traditional uses. Laboratory studies have shown that calendula extracts possess antifungal activity against certain dermatophytes and Candida species, but these results are mostly from in vitro studies and not large-scale clinical trials. The active constituents thought to be responsible include flavonoids, triterpenoids, and essential oils. However, robust clinical evidence in humans for the effectiveness of marigold against fungal infections is limited; most data are anecdotal or from small, preliminary studies. As such, while marigold is still included in some topical herbal preparations for fungal skin infections, its use is primarily justified by tradition rather than strong scientific validation.

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