Evidence supporting the use of: Physalis angulata
For the health condition: Glands (swollen lymph)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Physalis angulata, commonly known as ground cherry or cutleaf groundcherry, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Asia, Africa, and South America. In ethnobotanical records, it has been used for various inflammatory conditions, including swollen glands, which are often interpreted as swollen lymph nodes or lymphadenopathy. Traditional healers have employed decoctions or poultices of the plant to "draw out" swellings or support the body during infections that cause lymph node enlargement. However, scientific studies specifically investigating its efficacy for swollen lymph nodes are lacking. Some preclinical research has identified anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties in extracts of Physalis angulata, attributed to compounds such as physalins and withanolides, but these studies do not directly address lymphatic swelling in humans. Thus, while there is a traditional basis for its use, scientific validation for treating or supporting swollen lymph glands is weak and mainly indirect.
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Other health conditions supported by Physalis angulata
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Anemia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Cholesterol (high)
Colds (general)
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Depression
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Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Edema
Fatigue
Fever
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Goiter
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