Evidence supporting the use of: Frog
For the health condition: Malaria

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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The use of frog or frog-derived products for the treatment of malaria is primarily rooted in traditional medicine practices, particularly in certain regions of Asia, Africa, and South America. In these traditions, various parts of frogs—such as skin, secretions, or even whole animals—have been used in folk remedies for a variety of ailments, including fevers and malaria-like symptoms. The rationale is often based on observed or believed properties such as fever reduction, general vitality, or mystical attributes. However, there is very limited scientific data to support these traditional uses specifically for malaria. While some amphibian skin secretions have been found to contain bioactive peptides with antimicrobial or antiparasitic activity in laboratory settings, there is no robust clinical evidence showing that frog-based therapies are effective or safe for treating malaria in humans. Thus, while the practice has historical and cultural precedent, the scientific validation for its use against malaria is lacking. Modern malaria treatment relies on antimalarial drugs such as artemisinin derivatives and not on frog-based remedies.

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Other health conditions supported by Frog

Asthma
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Malaria
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