Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Rhaponticum (Rhaponticum carthamoides), also known as Maral root or Leuzea, has a long history of use in traditional Russian and Eastern European herbal medicine. It has been used primarily as an adaptogen, a class of herbs believed to help the body resist physical, chemical, or biological stress. Adaptogens are often associated with supporting adrenal function, as the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing stress hormones such as cortisol. Traditional practitioners use Rhaponticum to increase endurance, improve recovery from fatigue, and bolster resistance to stress, which indirectly suggests support for the adrenal glands. However, direct scientific evidence linking Rhaponticum to specific adrenal cortex support is limited. Most available studies focus on its effects on physical performance, muscle mass, and general adaptation to stress, rather than directly measuring adrenal cortex hormones or function. The main active compounds, ecdysteroids, are thought to contribute to its adaptogenic properties, but human clinical data are sparse. Thus, while Rhaponticum is traditionally used for adaptogenic purposes that are thought to involve the adrenal cortex, robust scientific validation of its effects on this specific body system is lacking.

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