Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Hedyotis, particularly species such as Hedyotis corymbosa (syn. Oldenlandia corymbosa), has a long-standing role in traditional medicine systems of Asia, especially in Chinese and Indian herbal practices. In these systems, Hedyotis is valued primarily for its purported "cooling" and detoxifying properties, and it is often used to address a range of ailments associated with heat or inflammation, sometimes including oral health issues. There are anecdotal and ethnobotanical reports of its use in mouth rinses or decoctions aimed at reducing bad breath (halitosis), likely due to its perceived antimicrobial action and ability to "clear heat." However, there is minimal direct historical documentation explicitly linking Hedyotis to halitosis treatment, and references are usually broad, relating to oral sores, mouth ulcers, or general oral hygiene.

From a scientific standpoint, there is insufficient direct research evaluating Hedyotis for halitosis. Some laboratory studies have shown that extracts from Hedyotis species possess mild antibacterial activity, which could theoretically affect oral bacteria responsible for bad breath, but this connection is not well established or specifically validated for halitosis. Thus, the use of Hedyotis for halitosis remains primarily rooted in traditional practice rather than scientific evidence.

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