Evidence supporting the use of: Spanish Needle
For the body system: Bronchials

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Synopsis

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

Spanish Needle (Bidens pilosa) has a longstanding history in traditional medicine, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions such as Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Indigenous and folk practitioners have used Spanish Needle for a variety of respiratory ailments, including coughs, asthma, and bronchitis. The plant is typically prepared as a tea, infusion, or decoction to help soothe symptoms related to the bronchial system, such as congestion and inflammation.

Scientific research has identified several bioactive compounds in Bidens pilosa (including flavonoids, polyacetylenes, and phenylpropanoids) with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. While some laboratory and animal studies suggest potential respiratory benefits due to these properties, direct clinical evidence in humans for the treatment of bronchial conditions remains limited. The majority of its use for bronchial support is based on traditional knowledge and ethnobotanical reports rather than robust clinical trials.

In summary, Spanish Needle is traditionally used to support the bronchial system, and its moderate rating reflects the strong reliance on historical usage with some supportive, but not definitive, preclinical scientific data.

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