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Source of validity: Traditional
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Citrus sinensis (sweet orange) has been used in various traditional medicine systems, particularly in folk medicine, to support the reduction of fever. The use of orange juice or preparations made from the peel or flowers has been common in some cultures as a home remedy for fevers and colds, mainly due to its perceived cooling, hydrating, and nourishing properties. However, there is little to no robust scientific evidence directly supporting the antipyretic (fever-reducing) effects of Citrus sinensis. Most references to its use in fever are anecdotal or based on its general nutritional value, such as vitamin C content, which may support immune function but does not directly lower body temperature. Reviews of ethnobotanical literature and pharmacological studies indicate that while Citrus sinensis has antioxidant and mild anti-inflammatory properties, these do not equate to clinically significant antipyretic activity. Therefore, its use for fever is justified primarily by tradition rather than validated scientific research, and the strength of evidence supporting this practice is weak.

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