Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) has a long history of use among various Indigenous peoples of North America, primarily as a food and for a variety of medicinal purposes. Traditional applications have included using chokecherry preparations (such as teas, decoctions, or poultices) for coughs, colds, diarrhea, and occasionally as a general tonic. In some ethnobotanical records, chokecherry was used to treat symptoms associated with “swollen glands,” which likely refers to swollen lymph nodes often accompanying infection or inflammation. These uses were typically based on empirical observations and cultural knowledge rather than systematic scientific study. However, there is no significant scientific evidence or clinical research specifically validating the use of chokecherry for reducing swollen lymph nodes or directly supporting lymphatic/glandular health. Most modern herbal references cite chokecherry’s traditional use for respiratory issues, not specifically for lymphatic conditions. The plant does contain various bioactive compounds, such as cyanogenic glycosides, but these have not been shown in research to affect lymphatic swelling. Therefore, its use for swollen glands is best characterized as traditional, with very limited supporting evidence and no clear scientific validation.

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