Evidence supporting the use of: Rhaponticum carthamoides
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3
Rhaponticum carthamoides (commonly known as maral root or leuzea) has a long history of traditional use in Russian and Eastern European herbal medicine for enhancing physical and mental energy, combating fatigue, and aiding recovery from strenuous activity. Traditionally, it was used by Siberian peoples and later adopted by Russian athletes and cosmonauts to support stamina and endurance. The root contains a group of compounds called ecdysteroids (notably 20-hydroxyecdysone), which are thought to have adaptogenic properties, potentially helping the body adapt to stress and increase work capacity.
While traditional use is strong, modern scientific evidence remains limited. Some small-scale studies and animal experiments suggest possible benefits in terms of physical performance, anti-fatigue effects, and mental alertness, likely due to ecdysteroids and antioxidant compounds. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking, and results are not always consistent or conclusive. Therefore, while its reputation for supporting energy is primarily grounded in tradition and some promising preclinical data, there is not yet solid scientific validation. The overall evidence rating reflects the strength of traditional use with moderate early scientific support but insufficient high-quality clinical research.
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Other health conditions supported by Rhaponticum carthamoides
Adrenal FatigueAthletic and Exercise Aids
Body Building
Depression
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Stress
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