Evidence supporting the use of: Savory (unspecified)
For the health condition: Bites and Stings

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Synopsis: Savory (referring generally to the genus Satureja, such as summer savory or winter savory) has a history of traditional use in folk medicine for a variety of ailments, including as a topical treatment for bites and stings. In some traditional European herbal medicine practices, crushed savory leaves were applied to the skin to help soothe the pain and inflammation caused by insect bites and stings. This practice is most likely based on the plant's mild antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which have been documented in laboratory studies but not specifically in the context of bites or stings. There is little to no robust scientific evidence or clinical trials confirming the efficacy of savory for this purpose. The use is therefore grounded in tradition rather than scientific validation, and the overall evidence supporting its use for treating bites and stings is weak. Contemporary herbal sources may mention this use, but it is rarely featured in modern medical or pharmacological literature. In summary, while savory has some traditional backing for topical application to bites and stings, there is insufficient scientific support to recommend its use for this condition.

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