Evidence supporting the use of: Butea monosperma
For the health condition: Belching

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Butea monosperma, commonly known as "flame of the forest" or "palash," has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. In Ayurveda and other traditional systems, various parts of the plant—including flowers, bark, and seeds—are used to treat digestive complaints such as belching, indigestion, diarrhea, and dyspepsia. The justification for its use against belching is primarily based on its described carminative and digestive stimulant properties in these systems. Ancient and medieval Ayurvedic texts often mention Butea monosperma as part of herbal formulations intended to normalize digestion and relieve gas or bloating, symptoms often associated with belching.

However, there is a lack of direct scientific studies specifically evaluating the efficacy of Butea monosperma for belching in modern clinical settings. While some pharmacological research indicates that extracts from the plant possess anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activities, these do not directly validate its traditional use for belching. The rating of 2 reflects the existence of strong traditional usage but a paucity of modern clinical or experimental evidence directly supporting this indication. Further research would be needed to scientifically confirm its effectiveness for belching.

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