Synopsis

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

Pubescent Angelica (Angelica pubescens), also known as Du Huo in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has been used primarily for the treatment of rheumatic conditions and pain rather than for digestive complaints. However, Angelica species in general, including related species such as Angelica sinensis and Angelica archangelica, have a long-standing traditional use as digestive aids in various cultures, often to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia (indigestion) such as bloating, mild cramping, and loss of appetite. The rationale behind this use is based on the presence of bioactive compounds such as coumarins, essential oils, and flavonoids, which have carminative and mild spasmolytic properties that could theoretically support digestive function.

Despite this traditional background, the specific use of Pubescent Angelica for dyspepsia is not well documented in classical TCM texts, where it is instead more commonly indicated for musculoskeletal disorders. There is also a lack of modern clinical trials assessing its efficacy for dyspepsia, and most available studies focus on its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Therefore, the evidence for its use in dyspepsia comes mainly from traditional herbal compendia and extrapolation from related Angelica species, rather than from robust scientific validation. The overall evidence is thus rated low (2/5), reflecting some historical precedent but a lack of direct scientific support.

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