Evidence supporting the use of: Cluster Fig
For the health condition: Gout
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Cluster Fig (Ficus racemosa), also known as Indian Fig or Gular, has a long-standing place in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Siddha. It is reputed for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. In the context of gout—a condition marked by the deposition of uric acid crystals and inflammation—Cluster Fig has been traditionally used in India to alleviate joint pain and swelling. Some classical Ayurvedic texts mention its application in managing diseases related to vitiated "Vata" and "Pitta" doshas, which are loosely associated with inflammatory disorders.
However, there is scant modern scientific evidence to directly support its efficacy for gout specifically. A few in vitro and animal studies have indicated that extracts of Ficus racemosa possess general anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which could theoretically help with gout symptoms. Yet, there are no robust clinical trials or mechanistic studies directly linking Cluster Fig to uric acid reduction or gout symptom relief in humans. Thus, its use for gout is based primarily on tradition, with only weak supporting evidence from preliminary pharmacological studies.
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Butea monosperma
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Other health conditions supported by Cluster Fig
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anemia
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Blood Poisoning
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Chills
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (general)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cough (general)
Cramps and Spasms
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity
Fatigue
Fever
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gall Stones
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Goiter
Gout
Hair (loss or thinning)