Evidence supporting the use of: Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Synopsis

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

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) has been traditionally used in various cultures for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, including treatment of skin ailments. Its use for fungal infections is primarily rooted in traditional medicine, where chamomile extracts, teas, or poultices have been applied to minor wounds and skin infections, sometimes thought to include fungal conditions like athlete’s foot or ringworm.

Scientific studies have confirmed that chamomile contains compounds such as apigenin, bisabolol, and chamazulene, which exhibit antimicrobial and antifungal activity in vitro. However, the evidence supporting its direct clinical effectiveness against fungal infections in humans is limited. Most of the available research consists of laboratory studies where chamomile extracts have demonstrated inhibitory effects against some fungal strains, such as Candida albicans and Aspergillus species. Despite these findings, there is a lack of well-designed clinical trials specifically evaluating chamomile’s efficacy as a treatment for fungal infections in humans.

Therefore, while there is a traditional basis for using chamomile to support or treat fungal infections and some preliminary laboratory evidence, its effectiveness for this purpose in clinical practice is not strongly validated. Traditional use is the main justification, with limited scientific evidence supporting its antifungal claims.

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