Evidence supporting the use of: Pine
For the health condition: Sore Throat

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Pine, particularly in the form of pine needle tea or extracts, has been traditionally used in various cultures to help soothe sore throats and respiratory discomfort. Folk medicine practices, especially in parts of Europe, North America, and Asia, have utilized pine preparations for their purported anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties. Pine needles contain vitamin C, flavonoids, and volatile oils such as alpha-pinene, which are thought to have mild antimicrobial and soothing effects. However, while these traditional uses are well-documented in herbal medicine literature, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or scientific research directly validating pine’s efficacy for sore throat relief. Most evidence comes from historical texts, ethnobotanical records, and anecdotal reports, rather than from controlled clinical studies. Thus, while pine’s use for sore throat aligns with traditional herbal practices, scientific validation for its effectiveness in this specific condition remains limited.

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