Evidence supporting the use of: China Rose
For the health condition: Gingivitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
China Rose (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. In Ayurveda and various folk traditions, different parts of the plant, including flowers and leaves, are used for a variety of ailments, including oral health issues like gingivitis. The rationale for its use in gingivitis is based on its purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which are believed to help reduce gum inflammation and combat oral pathogens. However, the majority of this support comes from anecdotal and traditional sources rather than rigorous scientific studies.
There are limited preclinical studies suggesting extracts from Hibiscus rosa-sinensis have antimicrobial activity against some oral bacteria, and some in vitro evidence points to mild anti-inflammatory effects. However, there is a lack of robust, well-controlled human clinical trials directly assessing its effectiveness in treating gingivitis. No major dental or medical guidelines endorse China Rose for gingivitis, and its use remains largely within the realm of traditional medicine. Thus, while traditional use is well documented, scientific validation is weak, warranting a modest evidence rating.
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Bacteria
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Cinnamomum
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Other health conditions supported by China Rose
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Anemia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Body Odor
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Chills
Cold Sores
Colds (general)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Cuts
Dandruff
Depression
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Eye Infections
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis