Evidence supporting the use of: Malva sylvestris
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Malva sylvestris (common mallow) has a long history of use in traditional European medicine for various ailments, including respiratory tract inflammation and irritation. In traditional herbal practice, particularly in Mediterranean and some Middle Eastern cultures, preparations from Malva sylvestris leaves or flowers have been employed as soothing agents for sore throats, cough, and occasionally for headaches related to sinus congestion. The rationale is primarily based on the plant's mucilage content, which is thought to soothe mucous membranes and potentially reduce irritation in the upper respiratory tract.

However, scientific studies specifically evaluating Malva sylvestris for sinus headaches are lacking. There is limited pharmacological research suggesting anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic effects, but these are not directly linked to sinus headache relief. Any use for sinus headache is extrapolated from its general anti-inflammatory and demulcent properties, not from targeted clinical trials or robust scientific evidence. Therefore, while Malva sylvestris is sometimes used in traditional medicine for symptoms that might include sinus headaches, scientific validation for its efficacy in this specific context is minimal. The evidence supporting its use is primarily anecdotal and historical rather than experimental or clinical.

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