Evidence supporting the use of: Allium tuberosum Rottl.
For the health condition: Halitosis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Allium tuberosum Rottl., commonly known as garlic chives, is traditionally used in some Asian systems of medicine and folk practices for a variety of health concerns, including halitosis (bad breath). Historical usage is primarily documented in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where Allium tuberosum is believed to aid digestion and reduce oral malodor, likely due to its aromatic properties and possible mild antimicrobial effects. The herb’s strong, pungent aroma is thought to mask or reduce bad breath, and it is sometimes chewed raw for this purpose. However, while these traditional uses are relatively well-documented, there is a lack of robust scientific studies directly validating its efficacy specifically for halitosis. Most available scientific literature focuses on the general antimicrobial properties of Allium species, but does not provide clinical evidence for halitosis treatment with Allium tuberosum. Therefore, while the traditional use is recognized, it is not strongly supported by modern clinical evidence.
Other health conditions supported by Allium tuberosum Rottl.
Abdominal PainAnemia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bleeding (internal)
Blood in Stool
Blood Poisoning
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cough (damp)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cramps and Spasms
Cuts
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Edema
Eye Infections
Fatigue
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gout
Halitosis
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Infection (bacterial)
Inflammation
Kidney Infection
Liver Detoxification
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores