Synopsis

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

Celosia (Celosia argentea), also known as cockscomb, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Asia and Africa. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Celosia seeds are sometimes used to "clear heat" and "reduce swelling," which can indirectly relate to swollen glands or lymph nodes, though the terminology and disease concepts differ from Western medicine. Ethnobotanical records from West Africa and India also note the use of Celosia preparations for inflammatory conditions and as a general remedy for "swelling." However, there is minimal direct scientific research validating its effectiveness specifically for swollen lymph glands. Most modern pharmacological studies of Celosia focus on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, but do not address lymphatic or glandular swelling directly. Therefore, while there is a traditional basis for its use in this context, the supporting evidence is limited, anecdotal, and not well substantiated by controlled scientific studies. The overall strength of evidence is rated as 1, reflecting weak support based primarily on traditional practice rather than robust clinical or experimental data.

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