Evidence supporting the use of: Ajuga
For the health condition: Gas and Bloating
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Ajuga, a genus of plants in the mint family, has been used traditionally in some cultures for a variety of mild digestive complaints, including gas and bloating. Historical herbal texts and folk medicine sources, particularly in parts of Europe and Asia, have referenced Ajuga (notably Ajuga reptans) as a general digestive aid, sometimes included in herbal mixtures to soothe the stomach or promote digestive comfort. However, these references are relatively sparse compared to more prominent carminative herbs like peppermint or fennel. There is little to no robust scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Ajuga for gas and bloating; no high-quality clinical trials or pharmacological studies specifically examine its effects on digestive gas or bloating symptoms. The mechanisms by which Ajuga might work for these conditions are not well elucidated, and it is not a mainstream herbal remedy for digestive issues. Based on the available literature, its use for gas and bloating is best supported by limited traditional use rather than scientific validation.
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Butea monosperma
Bitter Grass
Bael
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Black Nightshade
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Costus
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Other health conditions supported by Ajuga
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Anemia
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bleeding (external)
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Chest Pain
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Cough (general)
Cuts
Dandruff
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Edema
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Heart (weakness)
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Inflammation
Injuries
Jaundice (adults)
Menorrhagia
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Skin (infections)
Ulcerations (external)
Wounds and Sores