Evidence supporting the use of: Artemisia Herba-Alba
For the health condition: Cholera

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Artemisia herba-alba, also known as white wormwood, has a long-standing history of traditional use in various Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures for treating gastrointestinal ailments, including diarrhea and dysentery. In the context of cholera, a severe diarrheal disease caused by Vibrio cholerae, historical ethnobotanical records indicate that Artemisia herba-alba has been employed in folk medicine as an antidiarrheal remedy. Its use for cholera is primarily based on its reputed antimicrobial and astringent properties, which are thought to help reduce intestinal inflammation and fluid loss. However, modern scientific studies specifically investigating Artemisia herba-alba for the treatment or support of cholera are extremely limited. Some in vitro and animal studies have shown that extracts from Artemisia herba-alba possess antibacterial activity against a range of pathogens and may have some antispasmodic effects, but there is no direct clinical evidence supporting its efficacy against Vibrio cholerae infection or cholera symptoms. Therefore, while its use for cholera is documented in traditional medicine, the scientific evidence for its effectiveness in this specific condition is weak or anecdotal at best.

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