Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Cassia is a term that may refer to several related plants, most commonly Cinnamomum cassia (Chinese cinnamon) or Senna alexandrina (also called Cassia senna). Both have histories of use in traditional medicine, but in the context of dyspepsia (indigestion), it is generally Cinnamomum cassia that is most relevant. Traditional Chinese Medicine and other herbal systems have used cassia bark as a warming digestive aid, believed to stimulate appetite, relieve bloating, and alleviate discomfort associated with overindulgence in food. Historical texts describe its use for "stomach coldness" and sluggish digestion, often in the form of decoctions or powders.

Despite its longstanding traditional use, scientific evidence supporting cassia’s efficacy for dyspepsia is limited. Most modern research has focused on cinnamon’s effects on blood sugar and lipid metabolism rather than digestive complaints. A few small studies and animal experiments suggest that cinnamon may promote gastric motility and reduce gas, but robust clinical trials in humans for dyspepsia are lacking. Thus, the use of cassia for dyspepsia is justified primarily by tradition, with minimal scientific validation at this time.

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