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

Perilla (Perilla frutescens) is a plant commonly used in traditional East Asian medicine, particularly in Chinese and Japanese herbal practices. In these traditions, the leaves and seeds of perilla are believed to support respiratory health and are often included in formulas intended to "dispel wind" and "relieve phlegm," which are traditional ways of describing support for the lung and respiratory system. Historical texts, such as those from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), mention perilla as beneficial for easing symptoms of cough, asthma, and chest congestion. However, while there are some preliminary scientific studies suggesting that perilla extracts may have anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties (potentially relevant to respiratory health), robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. Most available studies are in vitro or in animal models, and do not provide conclusive evidence for efficacy in supporting the lung system in humans. Thus, the primary justification for its use in lung support is traditional, not scientific, and the evidence rating is moderate at best, reflecting a reliance on historical rather than modern clinical data.

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