Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Black root (Veronicastrum virginicum), also known as Culver's root, has a history of traditional use in North American herbal medicine, especially among Native American groups and 19th-century eclectic physicians. It was primarily employed as a bitter tonic, laxative, and cholagogue, but there are also references to its use in addressing "glandular swellings" or issues with the lymphatic system. The rationale behind this use was based on the belief that stimulating the liver and bowels would help clear "congested" or "sluggish" glands, which in historical context often referred to swollen lymph nodes. However, there is no robust scientific evidence or modern clinical studies validating the use of Black root specifically for swollen lymph glands or lymphatic health. Most references to its use for this purpose are found in historical texts and herbal compendia, with little to no pharmacological research supporting direct lymphatic effects. As such, the evidence is rated low (1/5), reflecting the reliance on traditional reports rather than scientific validation.

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