Synopsis

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

African Basil (Ocimum gratissimum) has a long history of use in African traditional medicine, including for supporting reproductive health. Across various cultures, the leaves and extracts have been used to address issues such as infertility, menstrual irregularities, and as an aphrodisiac. These uses are primarily based on ethnobotanical records and oral traditions rather than rigorous scientific validation. Some animal studies have explored the effects of African Basil extracts on reproductive parameters, such as sperm quality and hormone levels, with mixed and inconclusive results. However, there is a lack of well-designed human clinical trials to validate these effects. Most of the available evidence comes from traditional practices, and any scientific findings are preliminary and not sufficient to establish efficacy or safety for reproductive health support. Therefore, while the use of African Basil for the reproductive system is justified by tradition, the current scientific evidence supporting its efficacy is limited, resulting in a low evidence rating.

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