Evidence supporting the use of: Agrimony
For the health condition: Glands (swollen lymph)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, especially in Europe, where it has been employed as a remedy for a variety of conditions, including issues related to the lymphatic system, such as swollen glands. Historical texts and folk medicine sources often cite agrimony as a "tonic" or "purifier" for the blood and lymph, and it was sometimes included in teas or topical preparations intended to reduce glandular swelling or treat sore throats and tonsillitis. However, these uses are based on traditional beliefs and anecdotal reports, rather than rigorous scientific evidence.
Modern scientific studies on agrimony have focused mainly on its anti-inflammatory, astringent, and antioxidant properties, but there is a lack of direct clinical research investigating its effects on swollen lymph glands or lymphatic health. No well-designed clinical trials have established agrimony’s efficacy for this specific purpose. Therefore, while its traditional use for swollen glands is documented, the scientific evidence supporting this application is minimal. The rating of 1 reflects some historical usage but very limited or no modern scientific validation.
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Other health conditions supported by Agrimony
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Acid Indigestion
Afterbirth Pain
Alcoholism
Anxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Bedwetting
Bleeding (external)
Bleeding (internal)
Blisters
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Cuts
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysentery
Dyspepsia
Edema
Eye Infections
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Inflammation
Influenza
Injuries
Itching
Jaundice (adults)
Liver Detoxification
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Rashes and Hives
Scratches and Abrasions
Sore Throat
Stress
Ulcerations (external)
Ulcers
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores