Evidence supporting the use of: Bengal Fig
For the health condition: Heart (weakness)

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Synopsis

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

The use of Bengal Fig (Ficus benghalensis), also known as the banyan tree, to support or treat heart weakness stems primarily from traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani. In these systems, various parts of the tree—including the bark, aerial roots, and latex—have been described as tonics and general health-promoting agents. Specifically, the latex and bark are sometimes cited in traditional texts as remedies for debility, including “weakness of the heart.” However, these claims are largely based on historical usage and anecdotal evidence rather than rigorous scientific studies. There is a lack of robust clinical trials or pharmacological research directly linking Bengal Fig to demonstrable benefits for heart function or the treatment of cardiac weakness. Some experimental studies have investigated the general antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Ficus benghalensis extracts, which could theoretically support cardiovascular health, but these are preliminary and indirect. Overall, while Bengal Fig has a place in traditional medicine for treating heart weakness, the scientific evidence to support its efficacy for this specific indication remains weak, and further research is needed.

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