Evidence supporting the use of: Belleric myrobalan
For the health condition: Headache (tension)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Belleric myrobalan (Terminalia bellirica), known as "Bahera" in Ayurveda, is traditionally used in various formulations for a range of ailments, including headaches. Classical Ayurvedic texts mention its use, often as part of the "Triphala" combination, for balancing the body's doshas and supporting general wellness. Specifically, traditional practitioners have employed Belleric myrobalan for its purported analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, which could be indirectly linked to relief from headache symptoms, particularly those caused by tension or imbalances in bodily humors.
However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies directly examining Belleric myrobalan for headache (tension) relief. Available pharmacological research focuses mainly on its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and hepatoprotective effects, with little direct clinical evidence supporting its role in headache management. Therefore, while its use for this indication is rooted in traditional medicine systems, the evidence supporting this use is limited to historical and anecdotal reports rather than modern clinical trials or scientific validation.
Other ingredients used for Headache (tension)
ashwagandhawaterhyssop
black cumin
Indian frankincense
chamomile
cucumber
turmeric
turmeric
feverfew
ginger
greek mountain tea
kudzu
lavender
lemon
licorice root
magnesium
moringa
passionflower
passionflower
peppermint oil
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
sage
schizonepeta
triphala
chickweed
Indian bael
alpinia galangal
ferula assafoetida
commiphora
blackboard tree
peony
lingusticum wallichii
morus
chrysanthemum
wintergreen
menthol oil
aster root
cayenne pepper
Avens
Agastache
Angelica
Asarum heterotropoides
Albizia
Aconite
Aerva lanata
Anemone
Acetylsalicylic acid
Amor seco
Atractylone
Black Seed
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bayleaf
Butea monosperma
Bael
Baccharoides anthelmintica
Black willow
black salt
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Black Hellebore
Borneol
Camellia sinensis
Chinese Silkvine
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Cinquefoil
Citron
Cajuput
Coca
Campylandra fimbriata
Centipeda
Corydalis
Carthamus
cola nut
Clerodendrum indicum
DIVI-DIVI
Dragonhead
Dichrostachys glomerata
Erodium cicutarium
Evodia
Elephant's Head
Fernbush
Gnaphalium
Gardenia jasminoides
Galangal
Henna
Herb Robert
Hempnettle
Horsemint
Indian Coraltree
Indian Fagonia
Lotus
Mustard
Mallow
Poppy
Sophora
Sandalwood
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by Belleric myrobalan
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anemia
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bleeding (external)
Blood in Stool
Blood in Urine
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Cholera
Cholesterol (high)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Colic (adults)
Colic (children)
Colitis
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Dandruff
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Emphysema
Fatigue
Fever
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Hemorrhoids