Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Common Plantain (Plantago major) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems for a variety of digestive complaints, including dyspepsia (indigestion). The leaves and seeds of plantain have been used in European, Asian, and Native American herbal traditions as soothing and demulcent agents, believed to alleviate irritation and inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Folk herbalists have prepared plantain tea or infusions to calm stomach discomfort, attributed to its mucilaginous content, which may coat and protect the mucosal lining. Some traditional texts also reference its mild astringent properties, suggesting possible benefit in cases of loose stools or mild gastrointestinal upset.

Despite these traditional uses, scientific validation remains limited. Only a few laboratory studies have investigated the anti-inflammatory or mucosal-protective effects of plantain extracts, mostly in animal models or in vitro settings. There is a lack of high-quality clinical trials in humans specifically evaluating the efficacy of plantain for dyspepsia. Therefore, while its use is well-documented in herbal medicine traditions, the overall evidence remains primarily historical rather than scientifically substantiated for this particular indication.

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