Synopsis

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

Amaranthus tricolor, commonly known as Joseph’s coat or edible amaranth, has a long history of use in traditional medicine across Asia and Africa. In various cultures, different parts of the plant, especially the leaves, have been used as a remedy for digestive disturbances, including ulcers. The traditional rationale often relates to its demulcent properties and its general use as a soothing, healing green in food and medicinal preparations. Ethnobotanical surveys in India, Bangladesh, and parts of Southeast Asia mention its use in folk medicine to relieve stomach pain or gastritis, which are sometimes understood to overlap with ulcer symptoms. However, these uses are based on anecdotal evidence and local health practices rather than systematic scientific studies.

From a scientific perspective, there is very limited direct research on Amaranthus tricolor’s anti-ulcer activity. Some studies on related Amaranthus species suggest antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which could theoretically support mucosal healing, but these findings do not directly translate to clinical efficacy against ulcers. As of now, no robust animal or human studies confirm Amaranthus tricolor’s effectiveness in preventing or healing peptic or gastric ulcers. Thus, its use is primarily supported by tradition, with a low evidence rating due to the lack of direct experimental or clinical validation.

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