What it is
Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum), also known as the broken-bones tree, is an Ayurvedic supplement utilized for enhancing digestive comfort and fortifying the gut barrier. It is presented in capsule form, with a standard adult dosage.
Supplement · Digestive & Ayurveda
Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
bloatingindigestionirregular-bowel-movements gutstomach
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How it works
Syonaka's active compounds interact with the gastrointestinal tract, specifically targeting the gut, intestines, and stomach. Its effects on digestive comfort are dose-dependent, typically becoming noticeable within 1-4 weeks of consistent use.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take for Syonaka to show effects?
Digestive comfort effects are typically observed within 1-4 weeks of consistent daily dosing.
Can Syonaka be taken with other supplements?
Syonaka can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medication.
What is the typical dosage for Syonaka?
The standard adult dose is 500 mg per day.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity
From the blog
Editorial notes
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About Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum)
Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum) is a digestive & ayurveda supplement used to support digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Broken-bones-tree bark for gut and inflammation. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a ayurveda-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the gut, intestines, stomach, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Broken-bones-tree bark for gut and inflammation. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Digestive & Ayurveda category, Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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