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Source of validity: Traditional
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Chenopodium species, such as Chenopodium ambrosioides (commonly known as epazote or wormseed), have been used in traditional medicine for a variety of ailments, including respiratory conditions like cough. Ethnobotanical records indicate that some indigenous and folk medicinal systems use decoctions or infusions of Chenopodium leaves or seeds to help alleviate coughs and other mild respiratory symptoms. However, these uses are primarily based on historical tradition and anecdotal reports rather than robust scientific studies. There is a lack of well-designed clinical trials or pharmacological research explicitly validating the efficacy or safety of Chenopodium for treating cough in humans. Some phytochemical analyses have identified compounds with mild expectorant or antimicrobial properties, but these findings are preliminary and not directly linked to cough treatment. Given this, the use of Chenopodium for cough is justified by tradition, but scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness is minimal to absent. Caution is advised, as certain Chenopodium species contain toxic compounds (e.g., ascaridole), and inappropriate use may pose health risks.

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