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Source of validity: Traditional
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Bogbean (Menyanthes trifoliata) has a long-standing history in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in European folk remedies. Historically, bogbean has been used for a variety of conditions, including as an anti-inflammatory and to support joint health. For sprains, the use of bogbean is primarily based on its traditional reputation as a remedy for rheumatic and arthritic complaints, which sometimes overlap with the symptoms of sprains—such as pain and swelling.

However, there is little robust scientific evidence to validate the efficacy of bogbean specifically for sprains. The herb contains iridoid glycosides, such as loganin, which may have mild anti-inflammatory effects according to some in vitro and animal studies. Still, clinical trials in humans for sprain treatment are lacking. As a result, the justification for using bogbean to support or treat sprains is grounded in traditional use rather than scientific validation, and the evidence supporting its effectiveness for this condition is very limited.

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