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White clover (Trifolium repens) as a tool for helping with Inflammation (general)
inferred from anti-inflammatory action
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3 sources supporting White clover for Inflammation (general). Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's anti-inflammatory action. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
This review of white clover (Trifolium repens), traditionally used for skin problems, wound healing, stomach disorders, as a sedative, antiseptic, analgesic and expectorant and for psoriasis and eczema, summarises its bioactive compounds (quercetin, kaempferol, myricetin, acacetin, linamarin) and their antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and anti-hepatotoxic activities.
This review of white clover (Trifolium repens) summarises its phytochemical profile (phenolics, flavonoids, isoflavones) and pharmacological properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and immunomodulatory activities.
This review of the genus Trifolium (clovers, including Trifolium repens) summarises the biological activity of their flavonoids, saponins, clovamides and phenolic acids, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic and anticancer properties, and the prospects for medicinal applications.