Indigestion

Traditionally used for stomach ache. This use hasn't been tested in people.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional medicine for indigestion with fullness. Small studies suggest it may help.

A traditional tonic for weak digestion. Not tested on its own in trials.

Leaves were chewed or made into tea for indigestion and stomach cramps. Not studied in people.

A caraway oil and peppermint oil combination eased indigestion in trials paid for by its maker.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional remedy for mild digestive problems such as slow digestion.

Traditionally used to strengthen the stomach and spleen. Not tested on its own in trials.

Warning: traditionally used for stomach aches and colic, but contribo contains aristolochic acids, which cause kidney failure and cancer.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional medicine for fullness, gas and slow digestion. Not proven in trials.

Used by 19th-century doctors as a bitter tonic for indigestion and gas. Not tested in modern studies.

Traditionally used for indigestion, gas and poor appetite. Not well tested in trials.

Recognized in Europe for mild indigestion such as bloating and gas.

Traditionally used for digestive problems. It hasn't been tested in clinical trials.

A traditional Chinese remedy for a cold, painful stomach and indigestion. Not tested on its own in trials.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional medicine for heartburn and indigestion.

The root is traditionally used for digestive problems. Not tested in trials.

Traditionally used for digestive problems. Not tested in trials.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional medicine for mild stomach and gut discomfort.

A leaf tea is a traditional remedy for stomach and gut problems. Not studied in people.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional medicine for indigestion and a feeling of fullness.

The Navajo drank a tea of the dried plant for stomach troubles. Not studied in people.

Traditionally used for digestive problems in tropical America. This use hasn't been tested in people.

Evidence covers only combination products (such as with caraway oil); peppermint oil alone may make indigestion worse.

Traditionally used in Jamaica for indigestion.

A traditional Chinese remedy for indigestion, especially after rich or meaty meals. Not tested on its own in trials.

Traditionally taken for stomach and gut upset; not tested in trials.

A traditional remedy for digestive problems. Not tested in trials.

Traditionally used in Iran, Pakistan, Azerbaijan and India for digestive problems. Not tested in trials.

Traditionally used as a "cooling" tea for indigestion and acid reflux.

Recognized in Europe as a traditional medicine for mild heartburn and stomach complaints.

Recognised in Europe as a traditional remedy for mild digestive problems.