Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Savory (Satureja hortensis and related species) has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine for digestive complaints, including gas and bloating. In various cultures, particularly in Europe and the Mediterranean region, savory has been incorporated into foods thought to cause flatulence (such as beans) and used in teas or tinctures to relieve mild gastrointestinal discomfort. The rationale for its use is largely based on its carminative properties—herbs that are believed to help expel gas from the intestines and reduce bloating. This traditional application is supported by the presence of essential oils such as thymol and carvacrol in savory, which are thought to have mild antispasmodic and antimicrobial effects. However, direct scientific studies specifically evaluating savory's efficacy for gas and bloating in humans are lacking. Most evidence remains anecdotal or based on traditional herbalist texts, and only a few in vitro or animal studies suggest potential digestive benefits. Therefore, while savory's use for gas and bloating is rooted in traditional practice, there is limited direct scientific validation to support its efficacy for this condition.

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