Herbal Remedies by Symptom

Acid reflux - Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies

The Omnia Sana plant database documents 9 medicinal plants traditionally used for acid reflux. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.

Also known as: heartburn, gerd, acid indigestion.

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Black CuminNigella sativa

Moderate evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →7 sources →

TurmericCurcuma longa

Limited evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →3 sources →

AngelicaAngelica archangelica

Preliminary evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →4 sources →

BirchBetula pendula

Preliminary evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →3 sources →

Breckland ThymeThymus serpyllum

Preliminary evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →3 sources →

CentauryCentaurium erythraea

Preliminary evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →3 sources →

Licorice rootGlycyrrhiza glabra

Preliminary evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →3 sources →

Marshmallow RootAlthaea officinalis

Preliminary evidence

Eases mild stomach and gut discomfort, including heartburn / acid reflux and indigestion (protective mucilage)

Full monograph →1 source →

MeadowsweetFilipendula ulmaria

Preliminary evidence

inferred from gastroprotective action

Full monograph →3 sources →

Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice - always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.