Evidence supporting the use of: Curcuma comosa
For the health condition: Menopause

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Synopsis

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

Curcuma comosa, a plant in the ginger family, has been traditionally used in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thai folk medicine, for women’s health, including support during menopause and postpartum recovery. The traditional use is mostly based on anecdotal reports and longstanding ethnobotanical practice, where extracts or preparations are believed to help restore hormonal balance and alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness associated with menopause.

While a few preliminary animal and in vitro studies have evaluated Curcuma comosa for estrogenic activity—suggesting that certain phytoestrogenic compounds isolated from the plant may have weak estrogen-like effects—well-conducted human clinical trials are scarce. The limited scientific evidence available does not provide robust or conclusive support for its efficacy in menopause symptom management. Most published research remains preclinical, and safety data in humans are also limited.

In summary, the use of Curcuma comosa for menopause is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than scientific validation. Although there is some emerging laboratory evidence pointing to possible mechanisms, the current evidence base supporting its use for menopausal symptoms in humans is weak (rated 2/5), and further research is needed to establish both efficacy and safety.

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