Evidence supporting the use of: Citrus maxima
For the health condition: Migraine

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Synopsis

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

Citrus maxima (commonly known as pomelo) has a long history of use in traditional medicines across Asia, but its application for migraine relief is not prominently documented in major ethnobotanical or pharmacological sources. There are some anecdotal reports and folk practices in certain regions where decoctions or extracts from Citrus maxima peel or fruit are used for various ailments, including headache, which may sometimes be interpreted as migraine. However, these uses are not well-defined, and the references to migraine are sparse and indirect.

On the scientific front, there is currently no robust clinical or preclinical evidence supporting the efficacy of Citrus maxima in treating migraines specifically. While Citrus maxima contains flavonoids, antioxidants, and essential oils that have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects in laboratory studies, no published research directly evaluates its impact on migraine pathophysiology or clinical symptoms. The evidence for its use in migraine is therefore based largely on traditional or anecdotal practices rather than established scientific validation.

In summary, the use of Citrus maxima for migraine relief is rooted mainly in traditional medicine, with very limited and indirect evidence. Further research would be required to substantiate any claims of efficacy against migraines.

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