Evidence supporting the use of: White Pear
For the health condition: Sore Throat

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Synopsis

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

White pear (Pyrus spp.), particularly Asian white pear, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine for managing sore throat and related respiratory complaints. The fruit is often consumed fresh, steamed, or made into syrups and teas, and is believed to have cooling and moistening properties that help soothe throat irritation and reduce dryness, according to traditional Chinese medicinal theory. Ancient herbals and medical texts, such as the "Compendium of Materia Medica," describe white pear as beneficial for "clearing heat" and "generating fluids," which are interpreted as relieving symptoms like sore throat or cough.

Scientific research on the efficacy of white pear for sore throat is limited. Some laboratory studies have examined the fruit's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, suggesting a potential for reducing irritation or inflammation, but no robust clinical trials have directly evaluated its effects on sore throat in humans. Thus, while its use is well-established in traditional practice, scientific validation remains minimal, and its effectiveness is supported primarily by historical and anecdotal evidence rather than rigorous clinical research.

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