Evidence supporting the use of: Three-Leaf-Caper
For the health condition: Sore Throat
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Three-Leaf Caper (Crateva religiosa) has a history of use in traditional medicine, especially within Ayurveda and various folk medical systems in South Asia. The leaves, bark, and root are sometimes used for their purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and soothing properties. For sore throat, traditional applications include decoctions or gargles made from parts of the plant, believed to relieve throat irritation and inflammation. However, the evidence supporting these uses is primarily anecdotal or based on traditional knowledge rather than rigorous clinical research.
Scientific studies on Three-Leaf Caper have focused largely on its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities, but these are mostly preclinical (in vitro or animal studies), and there is a lack of direct clinical trials examining its efficacy for sore throat in humans. Therefore, while the traditional use is well documented, scientific validation specific to sore throat relief is currently insufficient.
In summary, the use of Three-Leaf Caper for sore throat is based on traditional practices, with limited scientific support. Individuals should consult healthcare professionals before using it as a remedy for sore throat, especially considering the absence of robust clinical evidence.
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Other health conditions supported by Three-Leaf-Caper
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Appetite (deficient)
Belching
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cuts
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Infection (bacterial)
Inflammation
Injuries
Itching
Jaundice (adults)
Kidney Infection
Liver Detoxification
Pain (general remedies for)
Skin (infections)
Sore Throat
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores