Evidence supporting the use of: Yarrow
For the body system: Sweat Glands

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and North America. One of its historical applications is as a diaphoretic, meaning it is used to induce sweating. Traditional herbalists have used yarrow to support the body's natural fever response by encouraging perspiration, which is believed to help reduce fevers and support detoxification. This use is documented in various ethnobotanical sources and traditional pharmacopeias, where yarrow tea or infusions were consumed to promote sweating during colds and flu. The belief is that promoting sweat helps the body to expel pathogens and regulate temperature during illness.

Scientific research on yarrow's effect on sweat glands is limited. While the plant contains several bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids and sesquiterpene lactones, which may have physiological effects, there is little direct clinical evidence to confirm its efficacy as a diaphoretic in humans. Most available support comes from traditional knowledge and anecdotal reports rather than controlled studies. As such, yarrow’s reputation for supporting the sweat glands is primarily justified by traditional use rather than robust scientific validation.

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