Synopsis

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

The use of plants from the Asteraceae family (such as Artemisia, Centaurea, or Taraxacum) to support or stimulate appetite is primarily justified by traditional medicine. Many cultures have used various Asteraceae species as bitter tonics or digestive aids, which are believed to help with symptoms of deficient appetite. For example, dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) and wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) have a long history in European herbalism as bitters, which are thought to stimulate digestive secretions and improve appetite.

While these traditional uses are well-documented in ethnobotanical records and herbal texts, scientific validation remains limited. Some studies have investigated the effects of bitter compounds (common in Asteraceae) on digestive function, but direct clinical evidence for their efficacy in treating appetite loss is generally lacking or of low quality. Therefore, the evidence rating is 2: there is plausible rationale and traditional backing, but high-quality clinical trials are scarce. In summary, the use of Asteraceae plants for appetite support is primarily based on historical and traditional usage rather than robust scientific proof.

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