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Source of validity: Traditional
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Mace, the dried lacy covering of the nutmeg seed, has a long history of use in various traditional medicine systems, including Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. In these traditions, mace is sometimes used for its warming properties and is included in remedies for respiratory ailments such as colds. The rationale is largely based on its aromatic and purported antimicrobial qualities, which were believed to help clear congestion and support overall immunity. However, while there are references to its use in herbal remedies for cold prevention, these accounts are anecdotal and not systematic. Scientific research directly evaluating mace for cold prevention or treatment is extremely limited. Some laboratory studies have identified antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory compounds in mace, but these findings have not been translated into clinical trials for cold prevention or treatment. The evidence supporting mace's use for colds remains primarily rooted in traditional practice, with little empirical support from modern science. As such, while mace may be encountered in traditional preparations for colds, its efficacy is not substantiated by robust scientific research.

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