Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) has a long history of use in traditional medicine in Central and South America, as well as in parts of the Caribbean. In these traditions, Anamu is sometimes used to support respiratory health, including the treatment of coughs, colds, asthma, and other lung-related conditions. The plant is believed to possess expectorant and anti-inflammatory properties, which could theoretically support the lungs by easing respiratory congestion and inflammation. However, scientific studies specifically investigating Anamu’s effects on lung function or respiratory diseases in humans are very limited. A small number of in vitro and animal studies suggest Anamu may have some antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, which could indirectly benefit respiratory health, but these findings are preliminary and not lung-specific. Thus, the use of Anamu for supporting the lung body system is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. There is little to no clinical evidence in humans to firmly establish its efficacy or safety for lung-related uses.

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