Evidence supporting the use of: Giant blazingstar
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Giant Blazingstar (Mentzelia laevicaulis) has a history of traditional use among Native American groups, particularly in the western United States. Ethnobotanical records indicate that some tribes, such as the Blackfoot, used preparations of Giant Blazingstar roots as a remedy for headaches, including those believed to be associated with sinus issues. The plant was typically administered as an infusion or poultice. However, there is a lack of detailed documentation describing the exact preparation methods or the frequency of use for sinus-related headaches specifically. Furthermore, no modern clinical studies or scientific research have validated the efficacy or safety of Giant Blazingstar for treating headaches or sinus conditions. The rating of 1 reflects its mention in traditional ethnobotanical sources, but the absence of robust evidence, standardized dosing, or understanding of active constituents for this particular use. In summary, while Giant Blazingstar has some traditional precedent for headache treatment, there is minimal supporting documentation, and no scientific evidence currently validates its effectiveness for sinus headaches.
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Asarum sieboldii
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atractylone
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balsam
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bayleaf
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betel
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black nightshade
black salt
black seed
blackthorn
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Boswellia
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cajuput
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cardamom
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chickweed
chrysanthemum
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citron
Clerodendrum indicum
Clerodendrum trichotomum
commiphora
coriander
costus
cucumber
Dianthus
Dichrostachys glomerata
divi-divi
dragonhead
elderberry
elephant\'s head
Ephedra
eucalyptus
Evodia
fang-feng
fern
ferula assafoetida
Galangal
giant blazingstar
ginger
Glechoma hederacea
Gnaphalium
goldenseal
goldthread
Greek mountain tea
henna
Horsemint
horseradish
hyssop
Indian bael
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licorice root
ligustilides
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mallow
Malva sylvestris
Matapalo Tree
Mentha haplocalyx
Menthol oil
Momordica
Moringa
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mustard seed
Myrrh
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Osha
Osmanthus
parsley
pear
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Phellodendron
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prepared aconite tuber
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rue
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Sandalwood
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Other health conditions supported by giant blazingstar
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Colds (general)
Congestion (bronchial)
Cuts
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Eczema
Emphysema
Fatigue
Fever
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Inflammation
Injuries
Insomnia
Itching
Jaundice (adults)
Laryngitis
Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Nausea and Vomiting
