Synopsis

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

Bear garlic (Allium ursinum), also known as wild garlic or ramsons, has a long history in traditional European herbal medicine. It has been used for various digestive complaints, including acid indigestion (dyspepsia). Historical texts and folk medicine sources describe bear garlic as a remedy to promote digestion and alleviate symptoms such as bloating, gas, and mild stomach discomfort. The plant contains sulfur compounds similar to those found in common garlic (Allium sativum), which have been attributed to its digestive and carminative actions. However, there is a lack of robust clinical data specifically validating the effectiveness of bear garlic for acid indigestion. Most available information is based on traditional use, anecdotal reports, and extrapolation from the properties of related Allium species. Modern scientific studies on bear garlic have primarily focused on its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cardiovascular effects rather than its direct impact on digestive disorders. As a result, the evidence supporting bear garlic’s use for acid indigestion is rated as low (2 out of 5), relying mainly on historical and ethnobotanical sources rather than controlled clinical trials or modern pharmacological research.

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