Evidence supporting the use of: Meadowsweet
For the health condition: Belching

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Synopsis

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

Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) has a long history of traditional use in European herbal medicine for various digestive complaints, including belching (eructation), indigestion, and heartburn. Historical herbal texts from the 19th and early 20th centuries frequently mention meadowsweet as a remedy for digestive discomfort, citing its mild astringent, anti-inflammatory, and carminative properties. The plant contains salicylates, tannins, and flavonoids, which are believed to soothe the gastric mucosa and reduce irritation that can contribute to belching and dyspepsia. Traditional herbalists have recommended meadowsweet as a tea or tincture to relieve symptoms associated with upper gastrointestinal distress.

However, scientific validation for meadowsweet’s efficacy specifically in treating or reducing belching is limited. Most modern pharmacological studies focus on its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects due to its salicylate content, and some research supports its gastroprotective actions in animal models. Direct clinical trials for the treatment of belching are lacking. Thus, while meadowsweet is traditionally used for this purpose and some of its actions could theoretically support digestive comfort, robust scientific evidence is not currently available. The rating of 2 reflects the predominance of historical tradition over empirical scientific support for this specific use.

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