Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Grindelia, commonly known as gumweed, has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American communities and later in Western herbalism. It has been used primarily to alleviate respiratory conditions such as coughs, bronchitis, and asthma. The aerial parts of the plant contain various compounds, including resins and saponins, believed to have expectorant and mild anti-inflammatory effects. Traditional practitioners used Grindelia preparations in the form of teas, tinctures, or syrups to soothe irritated mucous membranes and help clear phlegm from the airways.

Despite its traditional use, scientific evidence supporting Grindelia's efficacy for treating general cough is limited. A few in vitro and animal studies have suggested that some constituents of Grindelia may have mild anti-inflammatory or antispasmodic activity, but robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. Contemporary herbal references still cite Grindelia for coughs and bronchitis, but these recommendations are largely based on historical usage rather than modern research. As such, while Grindelia continues to be included in some herbal cough remedies, its use is justified more by tradition than by strong scientific validation.

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