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

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Synopsis

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

Persimmon (Diospyros kaki) has a long history of use in traditional East Asian medicine, including Chinese and Korean medicine. In these systems, persimmon fruit—especially when dried—has been used for its purported ability to ease gastrointestinal discomforts such as nausea, vomiting, and hiccups. Classical Chinese medical texts mention persimmon as a remedy for "rebellious qi" (which can manifest as nausea and vomiting), and dried persimmon is sometimes included in herbal formulas targeting these symptoms.

However, the scientific evidence supporting persimmon’s effectiveness for nausea and vomiting is very limited. There are very few modern clinical studies directly examining persimmon for these conditions. Some laboratory studies have evaluated the fruit’s general gastroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties, and its tannin content may contribute to astringent effects on the digestive tract. Nonetheless, these findings do not directly confirm efficacy against nausea or vomiting in humans.

In summary, persimmon’s use for nausea and vomiting is primarily justified by traditional historical practices rather than robust scientific validation. Evidence strength is rated 2, reflecting longstanding use but minimal modern clinical support.

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