Evidence supporting the use of: Spanish Oregano
For the health condition: Laryngitis

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Synopsis

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

Spanish Oregano (Lippia graveolens), also called Mexican oregano, has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine in Latin America and the Mediterranean. It has been used to address various respiratory conditions, including sore throat and laryngitis. The rationale for its use is primarily based on its aromatic and antimicrobial properties, which are attributed to volatile oils such as thymol and carvacrol, similar to those found in true oregano (Origanum vulgare). In folk medicine, infusions or teas made from Spanish Oregano leaves are sometimes recommended to soothe throat inflammation, reduce hoarseness, and relieve cough.

However, scientific research specifically examining the effects of Spanish Oregano on laryngitis is lacking. While some laboratory studies suggest that extracts of Lippia graveolens possess antibacterial and antifungal properties, these studies do not directly address efficacy in treating laryngitis, which is commonly viral in origin. There are also no controlled clinical trials supporting its use for this condition in humans. Therefore, the use of Spanish Oregano for laryngitis remains primarily traditional, with a low evidence rating due to the absence of direct scientific validation.

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