Evidence supporting the use of: Tulbaghia
For the body system: Sinuses

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Synopsis

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

Tulbaghia, commonly known as wild garlic or society garlic, has a history of traditional use in South African folk medicine. It is primarily utilized for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, and traditional healers often employ it for respiratory ailments, including colds, coughs, and sinus congestion. The rationale for its use in sinus support is based on these traditional applications, particularly the belief that its sulfur-containing compounds can help clear nasal passages and reduce inflammation.

However, scientific studies specifically investigating Tulbaghia's effects on the sinus or upper respiratory tract are extremely limited. Most available research focuses on its general antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant activities, with a few studies confirming in vitro efficacy against certain pathogens. There is anecdotal and ethnobotanical evidence supporting its inclusion in remedies for sinus congestion, but these claims lack rigorous clinical validation. As such, the use of Tulbaghia to support the sinus body system is justified by tradition rather than science, and the overall quality of evidence is low, meriting a score of 1 out of 5.

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