Evidence supporting the use of: Alchemilla
For the health condition: Sore Throat

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Synopsis

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

Alchemilla, commonly known as lady's mantle, has been used in traditional herbal medicine for various ailments, including sore throat. Historically, Alchemilla has been valued for its astringent properties, attributed mainly to its high content of tannins and flavonoids. Traditional European herbalists have recommended infusions, gargles, and rinses made from Alchemilla leaves to relieve inflammation and discomfort in the throat and mouth. The astringent action is thought to help reduce swelling and soothe mucous membranes, providing symptomatic relief.

However, scientific validation of these traditional uses is limited. There are very few clinical studies directly investigating Alchemilla for sore throat in humans. Most of the support for its use comes from ethnobotanical records and pharmacological studies indicating general anti-inflammatory and astringent effects in vitro or in animal models. These properties theoretically could be beneficial for sore throat, but direct clinical evidence is lacking. Therefore, the use of Alchemilla for sore throat is primarily justified by traditional use, with a low to moderate evidence rating (2/5) due to the absence of robust scientific trials.

In summary, while Alchemilla has a long-standing history in folk remedies for sore throat, its efficacy is supported mainly by tradition rather than scientific research.

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