Livèche
Levisticum · Lovage
Levisticum officinale, commonly known as lovage, is a traditional plant with roots tracing back to various European and Mediterranean herbal practices. It has been used in folk medicine for its purported diuretic properties and as an aid in digestive issues, though specific traditional uses are not well-documented. Scientific evidence suggests that the dichloromethane extract of Levisticum officinale exhibits significant cytotoxic and anti-inflammatory effects on colorectal cancer cell lines without affecting non-cancerous cells. Additionally, molecular matrix characteristics have been used to identify adulterations in Angelica sinensis radix using extracts from Levisticum. Extracts from related plants like Rosmarinus officinalis and Salvia officinalis also showed high antioxidant activities when incorporated into cosmetic emulsions. A case series suggests that Arnica/Levisticum 6x comp. may alleviate musculoskeletal symptoms associated with endocrine therapy in breast cancer patients, though larger studies are needed to confirm these findings. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Levisticum officinale.
- Meilleure preuve
- D
- Précautions
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Information uniquement. L'usage traditionnel ne signifie pas une efficacité prouvée. Les preuves et la sécurité varient — consultez les sources citées.
Ce que dit la science
- L'extrait dichlorométhane de Levisticum officinale a montré des effets cytotoxiques et antiréticulaires significatifs sur les lignées cellulaires du cancer colorectal sans affecter les cellules non cancéreuses.
- L'étude a identifié des altérations de la racine d'Angelica sinensis en utilisant les caractéristiques d'un matrix moléculaire avec une crédibilité de ≥78,0%.
- L'étude a montré que les extraits éthylés d'plantes certaines, notamment Levisticum officinale, ont montré des activités antioxydantes et ont été intégrés dans des émulsions cosmétiques stables.
- Cette série de cas suggère que la composition d'Arnica/Levisticum 6x pourrait atténuer les symptômes musculo-squelettiques associés à la thérapie hormonale chez les patients atteints de cancer du sein, bien qu'il soit nécessaire des études plus importantes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Livèche?
Livèche (Levisticum) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Livèche?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Livèche; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'extrait dichlorométhane de Levisticum officinale a montré des effets cytotoxiques et antiréticulaires significatifs sur les lignées cellulaires du cancer colorectal sans affecter les cellules non cancéreuses.
How strong is the evidence for Livèche?
The strongest finding for Livèche carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Livèche safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Livèche in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Livèche interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Livèche in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Livèche?
Livèche is also known as: Lovage, Любисток.
Is Livèche a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Antioxidant Activities of Ethanolic Extracts Obtained from α-Pinene-Containing Plants and Their Use in Cosmetic Emulsions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anti-inflammatory and Apoptotic Effects of Levisticum Officinale Koch Extracts on HT 29 and Caco-2 Human Colorectal Carcinoma Cell Lines. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Adulteration Identification of Angelica Sinensis Radix Based on Molecular Matrix Characteristics. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Arnica/Levisticum 6x comp. can alleviate musculoskeletal symptoms in breast cancer patients undergoing endocrine therapy: a case series. literature abstract metadata