Evidence supporting the use of: Sharp-leaf galangal
For the health condition: Nausea and Vomiting

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Synopsis

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

Sharp-leaf galangal (Alpinia officinarum) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Chinese and Southeast Asian herbal practices. It has been employed as a remedy for digestive complaints, including nausea and vomiting. Traditional texts, such as those in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), describe sharp-leaf galangal as a warming herb that can harmonize the stomach and reduce symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and abdominal discomfort. The mechanism is generally explained in traditional terms, such as dispelling "cold" and regulating "Qi" in the digestive tract.

However, scientific research specifically validating the antiemetic (anti-nausea and vomiting) effects of sharp-leaf galangal is limited. Most studies focus on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or antimicrobial properties. There are few, if any, robust clinical trials or pharmacological studies directly assessing its efficacy for nausea and vomiting in humans. As a result, its use for these symptoms is primarily supported by traditional usage rather than modern scientific validation. The evidence rating of 2 reflects this reliance on historical and ethnobotanical sources, rather than contemporary clinical data.

In summary, while sharp-leaf galangal has a well-established role in traditional medicine as a remedy for nausea and vomiting, scientific evidence supporting this use is limited. Those interested in trying it should do so with awareness of the lack of strong clinical research in this area.

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