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Source of validity: Traditional
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Cinnamaldehyde, the primary active compound in cinnamon, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. In these traditions, cinnamon bark is often used to help treat symptoms related to colds and congestion, including cough, sore throat, and runny nose. The rationale is typically based on cinnamon's "warming" properties, which are believed to help dispel "cold" from the body and promote circulation. However, direct scientific evidence supporting cinnamaldehyde’s use for respiratory congestion is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest cinnamaldehyde has mild anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, which could theoretically help with respiratory symptoms, but clinical studies in humans specifically addressing congestion are lacking. Therefore, while cinnamaldehyde is traditionally used for such purposes, scientific validation is minimal, and its effectiveness for treating congestion remains largely anecdotal and rooted in traditional practice rather than modern evidence.

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