Jungli-bean, also known as Canavalia gladiata or sword bean, has a history of traditional use in some systems of herbal medicine, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. Folk practitioners have used Jungli-bean preparations for a variety of ailments, including muscle cramps and spasms, though these uses are not widespread or well-documented in major traditional medical texts. The rationale for its use in cramps and spasms is typically attributed to its general tonic and anti-inflammatory properties as described in traditional practices rather than specific clinical observations or experimental evidence.

Scientific studies on Jungli-bean are limited, and there is no robust clinical or pharmacological evidence directly linking it to effective treatment or support for muscle cramps or spasms. A few studies have explored the bean’s phytochemical content and general antioxidant or anti-inflammatory effects, but none have addressed its efficacy for neuromuscular conditions or provided mechanistic insights into its traditional use for cramps. Therefore, the support for Jungli-bean in this context is primarily traditional, with a low level of overall evidence.