Evidence supporting the use of: Morning Glory
For the health condition: Dyspepsia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.) has a longstanding place in traditional medicine in various cultures, especially in Asia and Central America. In traditional herbal systems, extracts or preparations of Morning Glory seeds or leaves have sometimes been used to address digestive complaints, including dyspepsia (indigestion). The rationale for its use in this context is typically based on the plant’s mild laxative and carminative effects, which are thought to help relieve gastrointestinal discomfort and promote digestive health. However, these uses are rooted in ethnobotanical practices rather than robust clinical evidence.

There is minimal modern scientific literature directly supporting the efficacy or safety of Morning Glory for the treatment of dyspepsia. Most contemporary research on Morning Glory focuses on its psychoactive properties due to its seed content of ergoline alkaloids (related to LSD), not on its digestive effects. As such, while traditional use is documented, the evidence for its effectiveness in treating dyspepsia is weak, and the safety profile is not well established for this indication. Caution is warranted due to the potential for toxicity and psychoactive effects from certain species and preparations.

In summary, Morning Glory’s use for dyspepsia is justified by tradition rather than scientific validation, and evidence supporting its effectiveness is limited and rated low (1/5).

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