# Research Methodology

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## Evidence Scoring System

| Score | Tier | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 7–10 | Tier 1 | Strong — multiple high-quality RCTs |
| 4–6 | Tier 2 | Moderate — limited RCTs or observational data |
| 1–3 | Tier 3 | Preliminary — in vitro or animal studies only |
| 0 | Unscored | Insufficient data for scoring |

## Data Sources

Primary: PubMed, Cochrane Library, NCCIH, WHO Monographs, European Medicines Agency, Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Chinese Pharmacopoeia.

## Interaction Classification

Severity levels follow the Stockley Drug Interactions framework adapted for dietary supplements, with modifications for herb-drug interactions based on Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database criteria.

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