Evidence supporting the use of: Goldthread (unspecified)
For the health condition: Congestion

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Goldthread (typically referring to Coptis chinensis or related species) has a history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is known as "Huang Lian." While its main traditional uses are for "clearing heat" and treating digestive and infectious conditions, there are some references in traditional texts to its use in addressing symptoms associated with respiratory tract infections, which may overlap with what is described as "congestion" in Western terminology. The primary active constituent, berberine, has demonstrated antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects in laboratory studies, but these findings are generally related to gastrointestinal or systemic infections, not specifically to nasal or chest congestion.

There is minimal direct scientific evidence supporting the use of goldthread for the treatment of congestion specifically. Most clinical research has focused on other indications, such as gastrointestinal disorders or metabolic syndrome. Thus, while the herb may be included in some multi-herb TCM formulas aimed at "clearing heat" from the lung and relieving symptoms that could include congestion, this use is rooted in traditional practice rather than validated by robust clinical data. The evidence supporting its use for congestion is therefore rated low.

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