Evidence supporting the use of: Red root (unspecified)
For the body system: Lymphatics

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

Red root generally refers to the root of Ceanothus americanus, a shrub native to North America. Its use as a support for the lymphatic system is rooted primarily in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American tribes and 19th-century Western herbalists. Red root was traditionally used to address issues like swollen glands, tonsillitis, and other conditions believed to involve the lymphatic system. Herbalists have used it as a "lymphatic alterative"—an herb thought to help cleanse or detoxify the lymphatic fluid and support lymph flow.

However, there is limited scientific research to substantiate these traditional uses. Most of the evidence is anecdotal or based on historical texts such as the Eclectic Materia Medica. A few laboratory studies have identified compounds in red root, including tannins and alkaloids, but there is no robust clinical evidence demonstrating its effectiveness for lymphatic health or related conditions. Due to the lack of modern clinical trials, the evidence rating is low, but the historical and traditional use is well documented. Thus, while some herbalists continue to recommend red root for lymphatic support, this is not grounded in strong scientific validation but rather in longstanding herbal tradition.

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