Evidence supporting the use of: Sensitive Plant
For the health condition: Migraine

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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The Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and folk medicine in various parts of Asia and South America. In these traditions, the plant has been used for a variety of ailments, including pain relief and neurological disorders. Specifically for migraines, traditional texts and ethnobotanical surveys occasionally mention the use of Sensitive Plant extracts as a remedy for headache and migraine-like symptoms, often in the form of decoctions or pastes. However, there are no high-quality clinical studies or robust preclinical trials directly evaluating the efficacy of Mimosa pudica for migraine management. The plant does contain some bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and tannins, which have demonstrated analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties in laboratory settings. These properties may provide a theoretical basis for its traditional use in pain conditions, including migraines. Nonetheless, the evidence supporting its use for migraines is weak and primarily anecdotal, relying heavily on traditional knowledge rather than scientific validation. No major pharmacological or clinical guidelines recognize Sensitive Plant as a treatment for migraines. Therefore, its use for this purpose is justified by tradition, but the overall level of evidence remains low.

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