Evidence supporting the use of: Cinnamomum tamala
For the health condition: Parasites (general)

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Synopsis

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

Cinnamomum tamala, also known as Indian bay leaf or tejpatta, has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and other South Asian medical systems for a variety of ailments, including those involving parasites. Traditional literature, such as Ayurvedic texts, often refers to the use of C. tamala leaves for gastrointestinal issues, which are sometimes attributed to parasitic infections. The aromatic oils and compounds present in the leaves, such as cinnamaldehyde, eugenol, and other volatile oils, are believed to have antimicrobial and possibly antiparasitic properties according to traditional beliefs.

However, scientific research specific to the antiparasitic effects of C. tamala is limited. A few in vitro studies have shown that extracts of related Cinnamomum species may have activity against certain protozoa or helminths, but direct studies on C. tamala against human parasites are scarce. Most of the justification for its use against parasites, therefore, rests on traditional practice and extrapolation from broader antimicrobial activity demonstrated in the lab, rather than robust clinical or preclinical evidence. Thus, while there is a basis in traditional medicine for its use against parasites, strong scientific validation is lacking, resulting in a low overall evidence rating.

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