Synopsis

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

Atlantic Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) has been used in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in regions where the tree is native, such as North Africa. Historical records and ethnobotanical sources indicate that the wood, needles, and essential oil of Atlantic Cedar have been employed for a variety of purposes, including as an ingredient in remedies for respiratory issues like lung congestion. Preparations such as inhalations of its steam or use of its essential oil were sometimes believed to help clear mucus or ease breathing difficulties. However, documentation of its use for this specific purpose is limited and generally found in the context of broader cedar species (including Cedrus libani and Juniperus species, sometimes confused with "cedars" in older literature).

There is little to no direct scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Atlantic Cedar for treating lung congestion. Most modern studies focus on its essential oil’s antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties, not on its effects on respiratory congestion in humans. Thus, any endorsement of its use for this purpose is based on traditional practices rather than clinical validation.

Given this, the evidence supporting Atlantic Cedar for lung congestion is weak and primarily rooted in tradition, with a rating of 1 out of 5.

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