Evidence supporting the use of: Bengal Fig
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Synopsis

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

Bengal Fig (Ficus benghalensis), also known as the banyan tree, has been traditionally used in various forms of Indian folk and Ayurvedic medicine for a range of ailments, including kidney stones. The primary evidence for its use in treating or supporting the management of kidney stones is based on traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. Various parts of the plant, such as the bark, leaves, and fruit, have been used in decoctions or powders, with claims that they can help dissolve kidney stones or alleviate associated symptoms.

Some ethnobotanical surveys and Ayurvedic texts list Ficus benghalensis as an ingredient in polyherbal formulations intended for urinary disorders. However, there is a lack of high-quality clinical trials or pharmacological studies directly demonstrating efficacy in the treatment or prevention of kidney stones. A few in vitro or animal studies on related Ficus species have shown mild diuretic or anti-inflammatory effects, but these findings are preliminary and not specific to the Bengal Fig's use for kidney stones in humans.

In summary, the use of Bengal Fig for kidney stones is primarily grounded in traditional medicine and historical usage. The scientific evidence supporting its efficacy is minimal to absent, and more rigorous research would be necessary to validate these traditional claims.

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