Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Perilla (Perilla frutescens), sometimes marketed under proprietary names such as "Benegut," has a long history of use in traditional Asian medicine, particularly in Chinese and Japanese herbal practices. It is traditionally employed to address respiratory ailments, including bronchial congestion, asthma, and coughs. The leaves contain several bioactive compounds, such as rosmarinic acid and luteolin, which exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties in laboratory studies. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), perilla is thought to disperse "wind-cold" and transform phlegm, which aligns with the symptomatic treatment of congestion.

However, scientific validation for its efficacy specifically in treating bronchial congestion is limited. While some in vitro and animal studies suggest that perilla extracts may reduce airway inflammation and allergic responses, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. Most available data stem from traditional use and preclinical research rather than well-designed human studies. Thus, the evidence supporting perilla's use for bronchial congestion is primarily traditional, with some preliminary scientific rationale but insufficient clinical confirmation. Overall, perilla is best regarded as a traditional remedy for bronchial congestion, with a low to moderate evidence rating due to the absence of large-scale human trials.

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