Evidence supporting the use of: Dandelion
For the health condition: Acid Indigestion

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) has a long history of traditional use for digestive complaints, including acid indigestion. In many traditional medicine systems, such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and European herbalism, dandelion root and leaves have been used as a digestive tonic. Herbalists commonly recommend dandelion for its purported ability to stimulate appetite and increase the production of gastric secretions and bile, supporting overall digestive function and potentially relieving symptoms of dyspepsia and mild acid indigestion. The plant contains bitter compounds (such as taraxacin), which are thought to trigger digestive reflexes and promote the flow of digestive juices.

Despite this traditional use, scientific evidence specifically linking dandelion to relief from acid indigestion is limited. A few laboratory and animal studies suggest that dandelion extracts can increase bile production and may have mild anti-inflammatory or protective effects on gastric tissues, but clinical trials in humans for acid indigestion are lacking. Most modern herbal references continue to cite dandelion’s use for digestive discomfort based on historical precedent rather than robust scientific validation. While generally considered safe in moderate amounts, further research is needed to confirm its efficacy for acid indigestion. As such, its use is primarily justified by tradition, with a moderate level of anecdotal support but low direct scientific evidence.

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