Evidence supporting the use of: False Calumba
For the health condition: Nausea and Vomiting

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

False Calumba (Enantia chlorantha, sometimes called "False Calumba" to distinguish it from the true Calumba, Jateorhiza palmata) has been used in traditional African herbal medicine primarily as a bitter tonic, anti-malarial, and for treating various infections. Its traditional use for gastrointestinal complaints such as nausea and vomiting is documented anecdotally in ethnobotanical surveys from West and Central Africa. The bitter roots and bark are thought by some practitioners to stimulate appetite and calm unsettled stomachs, which may indirectly address nausea. However, there is a lack of rigorous clinical studies or pharmacological research directly validating its effectiveness for nausea or vomiting. Modern phytochemical studies have focused more on its antimicrobial, antimalarial, and anti-inflammatory properties, with little attention to antiemetic effects.

Therefore, while False Calumba is sometimes used in traditional medicine for stomach-related issues, the evidence supporting its specific use for nausea and vomiting is weak and based mostly on community practice rather than scientific validation. The rating of 1 reflects the existence of traditional use but a significant lack of supportive scientific evidence.

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