Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

"Amor seco" is a common name used in various regions for several plant species, most notably Desmodium adscendens and Bidens pilosa. In traditional medicine, especially in Latin America and parts of Africa, "Amor seco" has been used for a variety of ailments, including as a general tonic or for supporting heart health. In ethnobotanical records, it is sometimes indicated for “heart weakness” or as a tonic for overall vitality, though the specifics are often vague and not always consistently reported across sources. The rationale for its use is typically based on empirical use by local healers rather than formalized written tradition or scientific analysis.

Scientific studies on Desmodium adscendens have primarily focused on its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and hepatoprotective properties. There is very limited direct scientific evidence supporting its use for heart weakness or cardiovascular support. Some studies on related species in the Desmodium genus suggest possible vasodilatory or hypotensive effects, but these findings are preliminary and not directly tied to clinical outcomes for heart failure or weakness. Therefore, its use for heart weakness is primarily justified by tradition rather than scientific validation, with the strength of evidence rated as low (2/5).

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