Evidence supporting the use of: Broussonetia
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Broussonetia, particularly Broussonetia papyrifera (Paper Mulberry), has a history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Chinese herbal medicine. In these traditions, parts of the plant (typically the root or bark) have been used to address various ailments, including headaches. Specifically, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) sometimes employs Broussonetia in formulations aimed at clearing heat, reducing swelling, and relieving pain, which may extend to symptoms associated with sinus headaches. The rationale in TCM is often based on broad concepts such as "wind-heat" or "dampness," rather than a modern biomedical understanding of sinusitis or headache pathophysiology. However, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Broussonetia for treating sinus headaches is extremely limited. While some laboratory studies have explored anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties of extracts from the plant, these findings do not directly translate to validated clinical benefits for headache, let alone sinus-related headache. There are no robust clinical trials or modern pharmacological studies that specifically evaluate Broussonetia for this indication. Overall, its use for this purpose is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than scientific validation, and the level of supporting evidence remains weak.

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