Hedera Helix (ivy) extract is used in herbal medicine to treat respiratory tract infections and as an ingredient in skincare products. Its medicinal properties, which include antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, come from active compounds like saponins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids.
Respiratory benefits
Ivy leaf extract is a well-established herbal remedy for respiratory issues, particularly coughs associated with conditions like bronchitis. Its primary respiratory benefits include:
- Expectorant effects: The saponins in ivy extract help to loosen and thin mucus, making it easier to cough up and clear from the airways.
- Bronchospasmolytic (anti-spasmodic) effects: By relaxing the muscles of the bronchial tubes, the extract can improve airflow and ease breathing.
- Anti-inflammatory effects: Ivy extract can reduce inflammation in the airways, which helps to relieve respiratory discomfort. Relief from acute coughs: Clinical studies, including a meta-analysis of trials on a specific ivy leaf extract (EA 575), have shown it can effectively and safely reduce the intensity and duration of acute coughs associated with respiratory infections
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