Evidence supporting the use of: Canadian Goldenrod
For the health condition: Canker Sores
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Canadian Goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) has been traditionally used in various forms of folk medicine, including as a remedy for oral and throat conditions such as canker sores (aphthous ulcers). Its traditional use is largely based on its purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and astringent properties, which are believed to help soothe mucous membranes and reduce discomfort associated with oral lesions. Historical herbal texts mention goldenrod as an ingredient in mouthwashes or rinses for minor oral irritations.
However, scientific validation for the use of Canadian Goldenrod specifically for canker sores is extremely limited. While laboratory studies have shown that extracts of goldenrod possess general antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, there is a lack of clinical trials or direct evidence supporting its effectiveness in treating canker sores in humans. Most references to its use are anecdotal or based on traditional herbal practice rather than rigorous scientific research. Therefore, while its use is justified by tradition, the quality of evidence supporting its effectiveness for this specific condition is rated as low (1/5).
Other ingredients used for Canker Sores
aloe verabamboo
basil
myrobalan
betel
bisabolol
blackberry
bасора
chamomile
clove
coating
coconut milk
Coptis chinensis
curcumin
dog rose
folate
ginger
horseradish
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus salivarius
lactoperoxidase
lemon
licorice root
magnesium
milk
mustard seed
spruce
omega-3 fatty acids
oregano
oregon grape
parsley
peppermint oil
pineapple
plantain
rhizome
sage
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
triphala
vitamin B12
vitamin C
zinc
yellow root
squawvine
chickweed
typhonium
xanthium (cockleburs)
papaya
neem tree
nut grass
clerodendrum indicum
ferula assafoetida
commiphora
blackboard tree
boxthorne
buckthorn
lemongrass
myrrh
siler root
hyacinth bean
morinda
oriental arborvitae
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
sheep's sorrel
eucalyptus
menthol oil
aster root
paw paw
herbal blend (proprietary)
indigo leaves
Ash
Avens
Agastache
Ardisia
acacia
Agrimony
Achyranthes
Anamu
American Liverleaf
Agrimonia pilosa
Asteracea
Acemannan
Amor seco
Arisaema
Bee Propolis
Bermuda Grass
Blue Flag
Bai Ji
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Blackthorn
Bicarbonate
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Black galingale
Barleria
Bitter Grass
Bloodroot
Banyan
Bee products
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Borassus aethiopum
Bacteria
Bassia scoparia
Borneol
Coconut
Curry leaf
Calendula
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Chlorophyllin
Carvacrol
Capillary Artemisia
Citron
Capsaicin
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Centipeda
Cistus
Corktree
Collinsonia
Copaiba Oil
Celosia
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
DIVI-DIVI
Dragonhead
David's Milkberry
European Elder
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Eclipta
Essential Oil Blend
Euphorbia
European-Five Finger Grass
Embelia
Eugenol
Flueggea suffruticosa
Fuchsia
Fang-Feng
Ficus simplicissima
Frankincense
Gnaphalium
Glycolic acid
Guava
Giant Blazingstar
Glechoma hederacea
Gallotannin
Galangal
Guazuma ulmifolia
Little ironweed
Mustard
Mallow
Oak
Rose
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Sandalwood
Sumac
Other health conditions supported by Canadian Goldenrod
Abdominal PainBladder Infection
Blood Poisoning
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Colds (general)
Cough (general)
Cuts
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Emphysema
Fever
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gout
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Infection
Inflammation
Injuries
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stones
Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Nephritis
Nervous Exhaustion
Pain (general remedies for)
Phlebitis