Evidence supporting the use of: Glehnia littoralis
For the health condition: Influenza

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Synopsis

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

Glehnia littoralis, known as "Bei Sha Shen" in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has a long history of use for respiratory ailments. In TCM, it is traditionally prescribed to "nourish the lungs" and is used for conditions characterized by dry cough, dryness of the throat, and general lung yin deficiency. These symptoms can overlap with those seen in influenza, such as cough and sore throat, which is why Glehnia littoralis might be included in herbal formulations for influenza-like illnesses in TCM practice. However, this use is based on traditional pattern recognition and holistic approaches rather than a direct, disease-specific application. Regarding scientific validation, there are very limited studies directly investigating the efficacy of Glehnia littoralis for influenza. Some in vitro studies suggest mild anti-inflammatory or immunomodulatory effects, but clinical trials evaluating its effectiveness for influenza are lacking. Thus, the evidence supporting its use for influenza is primarily traditional, with little to no direct scientific proof. Accordingly, the evidence rating is low.

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