Evidence supporting the use of: Gumweed
For the body system: Bronchials

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

Gumweed (Grindelia spp.) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American communities and in 19th-century Western herbalism. Historically, gumweed was prepared as a tea or syrup and used to help relieve symptoms associated with respiratory conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, and coughs. The sticky resin of the plant was thought to have soothing effects on mucous membranes and to help ease coughing and congestion. Several ethnobotanical records document its use for bronchial support and as an expectorant.

However, scientific research on gumweed is limited. The plant contains compounds such as saponins, resins, and essential oils, which may explain some of its traditional effects (such as mild expectorant or anti-inflammatory activity), but clinical trials in humans are lacking. There is some preclinical evidence suggesting anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, but these results have not been robustly translated into evidence-based recommendations for bronchial support. Thus, while gumweed’s historical use for bronchial conditions is well documented, modern medical validation is minimal, and its efficacy and safety remain largely unproven beyond traditional practice.

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