Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Citron (Citrus medica) has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in regions such as South and East Asia, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Traditional practitioners have used citron fruit, peel, and essential oil for various ailments, including digestive issues, respiratory complaints, and headaches. For tension-type headaches, citron has been used mainly in the form of aromatic preparations or infusions, with folk remedies suggesting that its fragrance or ingestion can help soothe headaches and nervous tension. However, there is currently very limited scientific evidence to substantiate these traditional uses.

A search of scientific literature reveals almost no clinical trials or pharmacological studies specifically examining citron’s efficacy for headache relief. The rating of 1 reflects the presence of traditional use, but a lack of modern scientific validation. Some of citron’s essential oil components, such as limonene and citral, are also found in other citrus species and have demonstrated mild anxiolytic or anti-inflammatory properties in laboratory settings. Nevertheless, these findings cannot be directly extrapolated to tension headache relief in humans.

In summary, citron’s use for treating or supporting relief from tension headaches is based on traditional practices rather than scientific validation. Anyone considering alternative remedies for headache should consult healthcare professionals and not substitute citron for evidence-based treatments.

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