Evidence supporting the use of: Lilium polyphyllum
For the health condition: Sore Throat
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Lilium polyphyllum, commonly known as the White Himalayan Lily, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, and Tibet. In these traditions, various parts of the plant, especially its bulbs, have been used for their purported medicinal properties, including the treatment of sore throat. The use is primarily based on ethnobotanical knowledge passed down through generations, where the plant's mucilaginous properties are believed to soothe irritated mucous membranes in the throat.
However, there is a lack of robust scientific research or clinical trials to substantiate these traditional claims. Most of the available information comes from ethnobotanical surveys and traditional medicinal texts, which mention the use of Lilium polyphyllum for throat-related issues among other ailments. No active compounds with specific anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial activity relevant to sore throat have been conclusively identified or studied in the context of this plant.
In summary, the justification for using Lilium polyphyllum to support or treat sore throat is primarily traditional, with low evidence (rated 1) due to the absence of scientific validation and reliance on historical usage.
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Andrographis
anise
Arisaema
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Asarum sieboldii
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Matico
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Spilanthes
spruce
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sweetgums
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Other health conditions supported by Lilium polyphyllum
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Asthma
Backache
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cough (damp)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cuts
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia
Pain (general remedies for)
Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin (infections)
Skin Care (general)
Sore Throat
Wounds and Sores
