systematic_review
2017
Herbal medicines for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux and dyspepsia: a systematic review
Salehi M, Karegar-Borzi H, Karimi M
Published in Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Key Findings
Mucilage-containing herbs including marshmallow root are widely used for reflux symptoms, but controlled clinical evidence is essentially absent.
Conclusions
No trial-level support for reflux use.
Limitations
Very sparse primary literature.
Supplements Studied
Marshmallow Root
Herb
Controlled clinical evidence for mucilage herbs in reflux and dyspepsia is essentially absent.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2017
Quality Score:5/10
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