Evidence supporting the use of: Cinnamomum tamala
For the health condition: Nausea and Vomiting

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Synopsis

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

Cinnamomum tamala (Indian bay leaf) has a longstanding place in traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayurveda and Unani, for managing digestive complaints, which include nausea and vomiting. Classical Ayurvedic texts and ethnobotanical surveys document its use as a carminative and stomachic, intended to soothe the gastrointestinal tract and reduce symptoms like nausea and vomiting. The leaves are commonly incorporated into herbal formulations or used as a culinary spice to support digestion and mitigate discomfort after meals.

However, the scientific validation for these traditional claims is limited. A few in vitro and animal studies suggest that extracts of C. tamala may possess antiemetic or gastroprotective properties, but these findings have not been robustly replicated in clinical trials on humans. The primary support remains historical and empirical, rather than rigorously tested in modern scientific settings.

Thus, while Cinnamomum tamala is traditionally used for nausea and vomiting, and the practice is documented in authoritative traditional medical sources, the contemporary scientific evidence is weak or preliminary. The rating of 2 reflects moderate traditional backing but minimal clinical or experimental validation for this specific use.

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