Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium, also known as Ju Hua in Traditional Chinese Medicine) has a long history of use in East Asian herbal medicine, particularly for ailments such as headaches, fever, and eye disorders. Its use for indigestion is primarily rooted in traditional practices rather than modern scientific research. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), chrysanthemum is often included in herbal formulas intended to "clear heat" and "calm the liver," which practitioners believe can contribute to relieving symptoms like bloating, mild stomach discomfort, and poor digestion—especially when related to excessive internal heat or liver imbalance.

Some modern phytochemical studies have identified that chrysanthemum contains compounds such as flavonoids and phenolic acids, which may have mild anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. However, there is a lack of rigorous clinical trials specifically assessing chrysanthemum’s efficacy for indigestion or functional dyspepsia. The available evidence for its use in digestive health is therefore mainly anecdotal and based on centuries of empirical use rather than validated by contemporary clinical research.

In summary, the use of chrysanthemum for indigestion is justified by tradition, with some plausible mechanisms suggested by basic science, but there is insufficient clinical evidence to strongly support its efficacy for this indication.

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