Synopsis

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

Ash, particularly plant ash, has a longstanding history in traditional medicine systems across various cultures for the treatment of internal bleeding. In Ayurvedic and folk medicine, "bhasma" (ash preparations) from specific plants or even animal sources have been utilized for their purported styptic (bleeding-stopping) and healing properties. For example, the ash of certain herbs or trees (such as banana ash or the ash of Achyranthes aspera) has been mixed with water or other carriers and administered either orally or topically for internal hemorrhage or gastrointestinal bleeding. The rationale behind this use is often linked to the mineral content of ash, including calcium and potassium, which are thought to aid in tissue repair and coagulation. However, while these practices are documented in ethnobotanical and historical texts, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or scientific validation regarding efficacy and safety. Some preliminary studies suggest that the alkaline and mineral-rich nature of ash could theoretically influence coagulation, but these findings remain largely speculative and unproven in controlled settings. Therefore, while traditional use exists and is recognized in historical medical literature, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy and safety of ash for treating internal bleeding is limited.

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