Evidence supporting the use of: Indian Chrysanthemum
For the health condition: Headache (tension)

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Synopsis

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

Indian Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum indicum) has been used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), to relieve headaches, including those associated with tension. Traditional texts describe its application as part of herbal formulations or as an infusion for calming the mind and alleviating discomfort. The presumed mechanism is attributed to its purported anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic properties, and its ability to promote relaxation, which may indirectly help with tension-type headaches.

However, scientific studies directly investigating C. indicum for the treatment of tension headaches are limited. Some pharmacological research has shown that extracts of Chrysanthemum indicum possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and mild analgesic effects in vitro and in animal models. These properties could theoretically contribute to headache relief, but clinical trials in humans, specifically for tension-type headaches, are lacking.

Therefore, the use of Indian Chrysanthemum for headache relief is primarily justified by historical and traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. The evidence is best rated as low (2/5), reflecting traditional usage and some suggestive preclinical data, but insufficient direct scientific support for this specific indication.

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