Evidence supporting the use of: Black gram
For the health condition: Menstrual Irregularity

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Black gram (Vigna mungo), also known as urad dal, has a long history of use in traditional systems of medicine, particularly Ayurveda and Siddha, in South Asia. In these medical traditions, black gram is considered nourishing and is often recommended to support female reproductive health, including for menstrual irregularities such as scanty, delayed, or painful menstruation. Classical Ayurvedic texts like the Charaka Samhita mention black gram as a "balya" (strengthening) food and sometimes prescribe it for gynecological complaints, often in combination with other herbs or ingredients in decoctions or medicated preparations. The rationale in Ayurveda is based on its supposed "warming" and "unctuous" properties, believed to pacify vata dosha, which is often implicated in menstrual disorders according to Ayurvedic theory. However, there is minimal scientific evidence from modern clinical studies to validate these traditional claims. While black gram is rich in protein, iron, and certain vitamins, and these nutrients are generally important for women's health, there are no robust clinical trials specifically showing that black gram alone directly treats or regulates menstrual irregularities. Most of the support for its use in this context comes from traditional practice and historical texts rather than from contemporary scientific research.

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