Evidence supporting the use of: Siler root
For the health condition: Dizziness
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Siler root, known as Fang Feng in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and derived from the plant Saposhnikovia divaricata, has a long history of use in East Asian herbal medicine. It is typically used to "expel wind," "relieve the exterior," and treat symptoms such as headaches, body aches, and chills. In the context of dizziness, siler root may be included in multi-herb formulas targeting patterns like "wind invasion," which in TCM theory can manifest as dizziness or vertigo. However, these conceptual frameworks are rooted in traditional medical philosophy and not in modern biomedical understanding.
From a scientific perspective, there is currently insufficient evidence to directly support the use of siler root for treating dizziness. There are few, if any, clinical studies specifically investigating its efficacy for this symptom. Some laboratory research has explored the anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects of siler root, but these do not establish a clear mechanism for alleviating dizziness. Overall, while siler root is traditionally included in remedies for symptoms that may include dizziness, this use is not supported by robust clinical trials or pharmacological data. As such, the rating for evidence is low, reflecting reliance on historical practice rather than scientific validation.
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quail egg
rosemary
schizonepeta
vitamin B
squawvine
xanthium (cockleburs)
gastrodia
alpinia galangal
lemongrass
chrysanthemum
siler root
amber
dodder
ganoderma
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Aralia
Ardisia
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Arani
Atractylone
Betony
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Bupleurum
Black Hellebore
Borneol
Chinese Silkvine
Coca
Clerodendrum indicum
Dianthus
Dragonhead
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Spikenard
Vervain
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by siler root
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Afterbirth Pain
Allergies (respiratory)
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Blood Poisoning
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Chills
Cholera
Circulation (poor)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Contagious Diseases
Dandruff
Debility
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diphtheria
Dizziness
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity
Endurance (lack of)
Energy (lack of)
Enteritis
Epilepsy
Erectile Dysfunction
Eye Infections