Evidence supporting the use of: Lo Han Guo
For the health condition: Allergies (respiratory)

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Synopsis

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

Luo Han Guo (Siraitia grosvenorii), also known as monk fruit, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating respiratory conditions, including coughs, sore throat, and symptoms associated with allergies such as wheezing and phlegm. The fruit is believed to have cooling and moistening properties, which TCM practitioners associate with relief from dryness and irritation of the respiratory tract. While modern scientific studies have identified antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds in Luo Han Guo, such as mogrosides, there is limited direct clinical evidence specifically supporting its efficacy for respiratory allergies in humans. Most research has focused on its use as a natural sweetener and its general anti-inflammatory effects, rather than on allergy-specific outcomes. Therefore, its use for supporting or treating respiratory allergies is justified primarily by traditional use rather than robust modern scientific validation. The evidence rating reflects the strong traditional reputation but the modest scientific support for this specific indication.

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