Evidence supporting the use of: Carry Me Seed
For the health condition: Itching
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Carry Me Seed, also known as Desmodium gangeticum or "Salparni" in Ayurveda, has a long history of traditional use in various systems of traditional medicine, particularly in South Asia. In Ayurvedic practice, it has been utilized for its purported anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and antipruritic (anti-itch) properties. The seeds and other parts of the plant are sometimes incorporated into formulations intended to alleviate skin conditions such as itching, rashes, and allergic reactions. This usage is primarily based on empirical knowledge and centuries of anecdotal evidence rather than rigorous scientific validation.
Modern scientific studies on Carry Me Seed specifically for itching are extremely limited. There are some laboratory and animal studies suggesting that extracts of Desmodium gangeticum possess anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, which could theoretically contribute to antipruritic activity. However, direct clinical trials or mechanistic studies confirming its efficacy for treating or supporting relief from itching in humans are lacking. As such, support for its use in this context remains primarily rooted in tradition rather than robust scientific evidence.
In summary, while Carry Me Seed has a traditional role in treating itching, high-quality scientific evidence is minimal. Thus, its use for this condition is best characterized as traditional, with limited preliminary evidence but no strong scientific validation as of now.
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vitamin E
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coconut oil
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Cinquefoil
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Carry Me Seed
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Other health conditions supported by Carry Me Seed
Abdominal PainAsthma
Backache
Boils
Bronchitis
Diarrhea
Dyspepsia
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Insomnia
Itching
Jaundice (adults)