Evidence supporting the use of: Marigold (unspecified)
For the body system: Gums

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Marigold, typically referring to Calendula officinalis, has a long history of traditional use in supporting oral health, including the gums. Folk medicine across Europe and parts of Asia has employed marigold flowers as mouthwashes or topical applications for oral inflammation, bleeding gums, and mouth ulcers. The traditional rationale centers on marigold’s purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which were believed to aid in soothing gum tissues and reducing oral infections. While there is some scientific research on the general anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of calendula extracts, direct high-quality clinical evidence specifically addressing gum health (gingivitis, periodontitis, or gum healing) is limited. Some small studies and laboratory research have shown calendula preparations can inhibit oral pathogens or reduce inflammation in vitro and in animal models, but robust, controlled human trials are lacking. The use of marigold in oral care products (like rinses and gels) continues to be popular in some herbal and natural medicine traditions, but the evidence base remains primarily anecdotal and rooted in tradition rather than modern clinical validation. Thus, marigold’s use for supporting the gums is justified chiefly by traditional practices, with modest but inconclusive preliminary scientific support. Anyone interested in using marigold for gum health should do so as a complement to, not a substitute for, standard dental care.

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