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

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Synopsis

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

Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly within European and Middle Eastern cultures, as a remedy for various digestive complaints, including belching (eructation), indigestion, and flatulence. The herb has been employed in folk medicine for its reputed carminative properties, meaning it is believed to help expel gas from the digestive tract and thereby relieve bloating and belching. Historical sources, such as traditional herbal texts and pharmacopoeias, note tarragon’s use as a digestive aid, often consumed as a tea or tincture after meals to soothe the stomach and reduce discomfort from gas.

However, scientific validation supporting tarragon’s efficacy specifically for belching is limited. While some laboratory studies suggest that tarragon contains compounds with mild antispasmodic and digestive-stimulating effects, there is a lack of rigorous clinical trials directly evaluating its ability to reduce belching in humans. Thus, the evidence supporting tarragon’s use for this purpose is primarily based on traditional use and anecdotal reports rather than robust scientific data.

In summary, the use of tarragon for belching is justified by tradition, with a modest level of historical evidence but little direct scientific support.

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