Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Alpinia galangal, commonly known as greater galangal, has a long history of traditional use in Southeast Asian and Ayurvedic medicine for managing digestive complaints, including dyspepsia (indigestion). Historical texts and ethnobotanical surveys report that the rhizome has been consumed to alleviate symptoms such as bloating, nausea, stomach pain, and flatulence. The main rationale for its use is attributed to its warming, carminative, and stomachic properties, believed to stimulate digestive secretions and improve appetite.

Limited scientific studies have explored its efficacy for dyspepsia specifically. Some in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated that Alpinia galangal extracts can enhance gastric motility and possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which could theoretically benefit digestive health. However, clinical trials in humans focusing directly on dyspepsia are scarce. The evidence for its use is thus predominantly traditional, supported by centuries of empirical use, but not robustly validated by modern clinical research. As a result, while Alpinia galangal is widely used in traditional medicine for dyspepsia, the scientific evidence base remains limited to preliminary studies and pharmacological rationales, warranting further investigation.

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