Evidence supporting the use of: Spruce (unspecified)
For the body system: Lymphatics

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Spruce (unspecified species, often referring to Picea abies or Picea mariana) has a traditional history of use in herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and North America, where various parts of the tree (such as needles, resin, and essential oil) have been used for their purported health benefits. In the context of the lymphatic system, traditional practices—especially within folk and indigenous medicine—have sometimes used spruce preparations as part of topical balms or compresses to support drainage, reduce swelling, or as adjuncts in massage for circulatory and lymphatic stimulation. However, these uses are largely based on anecdotal reports and historical practices rather than controlled scientific studies.

There is a lack of robust scientific validation specifically linking spruce essential oil or other spruce-derived products to direct support or improvement of lymphatic function. While spruce contains compounds with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, these have mostly been studied for respiratory or skin applications. The evidence for lymphatic support is therefore limited to traditional use and not well substantiated in the scientific literature. As such, any claims about spruce’s benefits for the lymphatic system should be viewed as traditional rather than evidence-based.

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Other body systems supported by Spruce (unspecified)

Glandular System
Immune System
Joints
Lungs
Lymphatics
Nerves
Respiratory System

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