Document Type : Review Articles
Authors
Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical sciences, Urmia, Iran
10.22087/hmj.2026.569938.1039
Abstract
Introduction: This study aimed to identify the most significant medicinal plants used in the treatment of constipation within traditional Iranian medicine and to compare traditional evidence with findings from modern research.
Methods: This research was conducted as a documentary review. The sources included credible texts of traditional Iranian medicine, reference books on herbal therapy, and online scientific databases. After gathering the data, the therapeutic properties reported in traditional texts were compared with results from recent preclinical studies and experimental research.
Findings: Based on a review of the sources, plants such as Khakshir, Esfereza, Rose flower, Shirkhisht, Senna, Flous, Fig, Chia seeds, Peach, Sweet Almond, Nettle, Tajerizi, Fennel, Green Tea, Chamomile, Ginger, Licorice, Peppermint, Flax, Borage, Basil, Thyme, Cinnamon, Cumin, Olive, Sesame, Castor, Dandelion, and Vexing are among the plants used in the treatment of constipation in traditional Iranian medicine and herbal therapy.
Conclusion: The existing evidence indicates that the medicinal plants introduced in traditional Iranian medicine can be considered as natural alternatives or complementary options to conventional treatments for managing and treating constipation.
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