Evidence supporting the use of: Bitter grass
For the health condition: Gall Stones

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Bitter Grass, also known as Andrographis paniculata, is traditionally used in various systems of folk medicine, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. Its use for gallstones is primarily based on ethnobotanical records and anecdotal evidence rather than robust scientific data. In traditional medicine, Bitter Grass has been used to address liver-related ailments, support bile flow, and act as a general digestive tonic. Some herbalists and practitioners of Ayurveda or Traditional Chinese Medicine have recommended it for conditions believed to involve bile obstruction, such as gallstones, due to its purported cholagogue (stimulating bile flow) and hepatoprotective properties.

However, scientific studies supporting the efficacy of Bitter Grass specifically for the prevention or treatment of gallstones are lacking. Most research on Andrographis paniculata focuses on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective effects, with limited investigation into its direct impact on gallstone formation or dissolution. No high-quality clinical trials have established its safety or effectiveness for this particular condition. Therefore, while its use for gallstones persists in some traditional contexts, the evidence is limited to historical and anecdotal reports rather than systematic scientific validation.

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