Evidence supporting the use of: Monardella odoratissima
For the body system: Sinuses

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Monardella odoratissima, commonly known as mountain pennyroyal or coyote mint, has a history of traditional use in Native American and Western herbal medicine, particularly for supporting the respiratory system, including the sinuses. Traditional uses include making teas or infusions from the leaves to help alleviate symptoms of colds, congestion, and sinus discomfort. The aromatic oils in the plant are thought to have decongestant and mild antimicrobial effects, which may provide temporary relief for stuffy noses and sinus issues. However, there is a lack of modern clinical research specifically validating these benefits for the sinus body system. Most of the support comes from ethnobotanical records and anecdotal reports rather than controlled scientific studies. While related members of the mint family have shown some beneficial effects in laboratory settings, there are no robust, peer-reviewed studies on Monardella odoratissima itself. Therefore, its use for sinus support is primarily justified by historical and traditional practices rather than scientific validation.

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