Evidence supporting the use of: European Vervain
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
European Vervain (Verbena officinalis) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine across Europe, with applications for a variety of ailments, including headaches. The use of vervain specifically for headaches, including those associated with sinus issues, is primarily based on traditional herbal practices rather than robust scientific validation.
Historical records indicate that vervain was used by ancient Greeks and Romans as a sacred medicinal herb, often employed to alleviate pain, promote relaxation, and treat nervous conditions. In Western herbalism, vervain has been used as a mild sedative, antispasmodic, and tonic, with some sources mentioning its use for headaches, especially those related to tension or stress. This traditional use may extend to sinus headaches, given the general application for head pain.
However, there is a lack of modern clinical research specifically examining vervain's efficacy for sinus headaches. No well-controlled studies have demonstrated its effectiveness for this particular indication. The available evidence is limited to traditional use and anecdotal reports, with no substantial pharmacological or clinical data to support its role in treating sinus-related headaches.
In summary, while European Vervain has a documented traditional use for headaches, including possibly those caused by sinus issues, there is minimal scientific evidence to validate its efficacy for this condition.
Other ingredients used for Headache (sinus)
alpha-pinenewaterhyssop
basil
beta-pinene
betel
black cumin
Indian frankincense
chamomile
cucumber
turmeric
elderberry
ginger
goldenseal
greek mountain tea
onion
horseradish
lemon
licorice root
moringa
mustard seed
parsley
pear
peppermint oil
schizonepeta
spearmint leaf
chickweed
tangerine
hyssop
cardamom
Indian bael
alpinia galangal
ferula assafoetida
anise
commiphora
myrrh
chrysanthemum
fern
eucalyptus
wintergreen
camphor oil
menthol oil
aster root
cayenne pepper
soursop
Agastache
Allicin
Asarum heterotropoides
Aconite
Aerva lanata
Asam gelugor
Agrimonia pilosa
Acetylsalicylic acid
Amor seco
Arani
Asarum sieboldii
Atractylone
Black Seed
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bayleaf
Boswellia
black salt
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Balloon Flower
Belamcanda
Borneol
Cinnamomum
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Coriander
Citron
Carry Me Seed
Cajuput
Centipeda
Costus
Carthamus
Clerodendrum indicum
Dianthus
DIVI-DIVI
Dragonhead
Dichrostachys glomerata
Ephedra
Elephant's Head
Goldthread
Galangal
Mustard
Mallow
Potato
Sandalwood
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by European Vervain
AnxietyAnxiety Disorders
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Backache
Bedwetting
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Circulation (poor)
Colds (general)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Cuts
Depression
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Eczema
Emotional Sensitivity
Eye Infections
Fatigue
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia
Irritability
Jaundice (adults)
Nausea and Vomiting
Nervous Exhaustion
Nervousness