Evidence supporting the use of: Herbal Blend
For the health condition: Addictions (general remedies for)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Herbal blends have been traditionally used in many cultures to support individuals dealing with various types of addiction, including alcohol, tobacco, and drug dependence. These formulations often include herbs like kudzu (Pueraria lobata), milk thistle (Silybum marianum), valerian (Valeriana officinalis), and St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum), among others. Historical and ethnobotanical records show that such herbs were believed to reduce cravings, ease withdrawal symptoms, and support the body’s detoxification processes. For example, kudzu has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries to help reduce alcohol consumption, while milk thistle has been valued for liver support in those recovering from substance abuse. However, while there are some preliminary scientific studies suggesting that certain individual herbs like kudzu may modestly reduce alcohol intake, the evidence for most herbal blends as a whole remains limited. Most claims are based on traditional usage rather than robust clinical trials. Therefore, while herbal blends have a longstanding place in traditional remedies for addiction, scientific validation is generally lacking, and more rigorous research is needed to establish their efficacy and safety in addiction treatment.
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Other ingredients used for Addictions (general remedies for)
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)amino acids
ashwagandha
beta caryophyllene
chamomile
citrus oil
eleuthero
ginseng
kudzu
l-phenylalanine
lavender
licorice root
magnesium
melatonin
milk thistle
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
omega-3 fatty acids
passionflower
phytocannabinoids
protein
rhizome
valerian root
vitamin C
water
shen-chu
sweet flag
St. John's Wort
herbal blend (proprietary)
Albizia
Calamus
D-phenylalanine
Devil's Club
Dopamine
Essential Oil Blend
Other health conditions supported by Herbal Blend
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Addictions (general remedies for)
Allergies (respiratory)
Anemia
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Canker Sores
Cardiovascular Disease
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (damp)