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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Salvia, a genus that includes several species such as Salvia officinalis (common sage) and Salvia miltiorrhiza (Danshen), has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems. In particular, Salvia officinalis has been used in European herbal traditions, while Salvia miltiorrhiza is prominent in traditional Chinese medicine. For headache relief, including sinus headaches, traditional sources sometimes recommend Salvia species, most commonly in the form of teas, tinctures, or essential oils. Folk remedies may advocate inhalation of sage steam or the application of sage preparations to alleviate headache symptoms, potentially linked to the plant’s anti-inflammatory or mild analgesic properties. However, direct scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of any Salvia species specifically for sinus headache is lacking. Most available research focuses on other uses, such as cognitive support, cardiovascular health, or general anti-inflammatory effects. There is limited clinical or preclinical data exploring its effects on headache disorders, and virtually none that specifically address sinus headache. Thus, while the use of Salvia for this purpose is supported by tradition, robust scientific validation is absent. The evidence for its effectiveness in this context is therefore weak, meriting a low rating.

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