Evidence supporting the use of: Borassus aethiopum
For the health condition: Parasites (tapeworm)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Borassus aethiopum, commonly known as the African fan palm, has a history of use in traditional African medicine for various ailments, including as a remedy against intestinal parasites such as tapeworms. Ethnobotanical surveys conducted in West and Central Africa report that different parts of the plant—particularly the fruit, roots, and sometimes the sap—are used as anthelmintic agents in traditional health practices. However, most of the evidence supporting its use against tapeworms is anecdotal and based on community practices rather than controlled clinical trials. There are few, if any, scientific studies directly assessing the efficacy of Borassus aethiopum in treating tapeworm infections. The plant contains various phytochemicals such as saponins and tannins, which may possess general antiparasitic properties, but there is no robust pharmacological data confirming its activity or safety specifically for tapeworms. Thus, while its use is rooted in tradition, scientific validation is lacking, and the overall level of supporting evidence is low.

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