Evidence supporting the use of: Sagebrush
For the health condition: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) has a long history of traditional use among Native American groups and herbalists in North America, mainly for digestive issues, infections, and as a general tonic. While some Artemisia species (such as Artemisia absinthium, or wormwood) have been used in traditional European and Asian medicine for gastrointestinal problems, the specific use of sagebrush for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is less well-documented. Most references to sagebrush for digestive complaints focus on its use for indigestion, bloating, or as a general digestive aid, rather than specifically for IBS. There is little to no robust scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of sagebrush for IBS; no clinical trials or controlled studies have investigated its effects on IBS symptoms. The rationale for traditional use likely stems from its bitter compounds, which can stimulate digestive secretions, and its mild antimicrobial properties. However, this is extrapolated from general digestive benefits rather than specific effects on IBS. In summary, sagebrush’s use for IBS is justified mainly by traditional herbal practice, not by scientific validation, and the quality of evidence is very low.
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alpha-galactosidase
alpha-pinene
amino acids
anise
asafoetida
atractylodes
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bacillus clausii
bacillus coagulans
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Bifidobacterium lactis
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bitter principals
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Lactobacillus johnsonii
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Lactobacillus paracasei
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Lactobacillus plantarum
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Lactobacillus sakei
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Other health conditions supported by Sagebrush
Abdominal PainAllergies (respiratory)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bronchitis
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Cuts
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Emotional Sensitivity
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Inflammation
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itching
Laryngitis
