Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. Traditionally, lemongrass is consumed as a tea or infusion and is believed to have digestive benefits, including the relief of bloating, abdominal discomfort, and, in some cases, constipation. Folk medicine suggests that lemongrass acts as a mild diuretic and digestive stimulant, which could, in theory, help to alleviate mild constipation by promoting general gastrointestinal motility. However, the supporting evidence is mainly anecdotal or based on the plant’s traditional use rather than rigorous scientific investigation.

From a scientific perspective, there are few, if any, clinical trials specifically evaluating lemongrass for the treatment of constipation in adults. Some in vitro and animal studies have indicated that lemongrass extracts possess antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties, which might indirectly benefit digestive health, but these findings do not directly translate to constipation relief in humans. Systematic reviews and authoritative herbal medicine references generally do not list lemongrass as a scientifically validated remedy for constipation. Therefore, its use for this purpose is best described as rooted in traditional practice, with minimal evidence from clinical research to support efficacy.

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