Evidence supporting the use of: Curcuma amada
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Curcuma amada, commonly known as mango ginger, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and folk medicine of South Asia. It has been traditionally employed for various ailments, including skin diseases and infections that could include fungal etiologies. The rhizome is known for its antimicrobial properties, which are often cited in ethnobotanical literature as a reason for its topical application on wounds, rashes, and skin infections. However, while there are laboratory studies demonstrating that extracts of Curcuma amada have moderate antifungal activity against certain fungal strains (such as Aspergillus niger and Candida albicans), these studies are limited in number, often preliminary, and usually conducted in vitro (test tube or petri dish). There are no well-conducted clinical trials or robust scientific consensus supporting its efficacy in treating fungal infections in humans. Thus, its use for fungal infections is primarily justified by tradition, with only low-level scientific evidence suggesting it may have potential antifungal effects. Further research, especially in vivo and clinical studies, is needed to establish its safety and effectiveness for this purpose.

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