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Source of validity: Traditional
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"Red root" is a common name applied to several North American plants, most notably Ceanothus americanus (commonly called New Jersey Tea). Its use for cholera is primarily rooted in traditional herbal medicine, especially among Native American groups and early North American settlers. Historical herbal texts from the 18th and 19th centuries sometimes mention the use of red root infusions or decoctions in treating various gastrointestinal complaints, including diarrhea and dysentery, which were often lumped together with cholera-like symptoms before the disease was well-understood. However, these uses were based on empirical tradition rather than controlled scientific study. There is no substantial modern clinical or pharmacological evidence supporting red root as an effective treatment for cholera, a disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. The traditional use likely stemmed from the plant’s astringent properties, which might have provided some relief for diarrhea, a key symptom of cholera. In summary, while red root was historically used in folk medicine for symptoms similar to those seen in cholera, there is no scientific validation of its efficacy for this specific disease, and it should not be considered a substitute for proven medical treatments.

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