Synopsis

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

Mimosa pudica, commonly known as Sensitive Plant, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and folk practices in India and Southeast Asia. It is traditionally used for a range of gastrointestinal complaints, including dyspepsia (indigestion), diarrhea, and gastric ulcers. The plant is believed to have antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and mild sedative properties, which could theoretically soothe digestive discomfort and promote better digestion.

However, scientific validation for its use specifically in dyspepsia is limited. Some preclinical studies have identified antiulcer and gastroprotective effects in animal models, suggesting potential mechanisms such as reduction of gastric acidity and protection of the gastric mucosa. These properties could address symptoms commonly associated with dyspepsia. For example, a handful of animal studies have shown that extracts of Mimosa pudica can reduce experimentally induced ulcers and may have antioxidant properties.

Despite these findings, there are no robust clinical trials or systematic reviews in humans directly supporting the efficacy of Mimosa pudica for dyspepsia. Therefore, its use for this indication is best characterized as traditional, with limited scientific evidence (rated 2 out of 5) based on preliminary experimental data but lacking in human clinical confirmation.

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