Evidence supporting the use of: Antler horn
For the health condition: Aging (prevention)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Antler horn (commonly referred to as deer antler velvet) has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for centuries, where it is believed to have rejuvenating, strengthening, and anti-aging properties. Historical texts describe its use to "tonify the kidney," "invigorate yang," and improve overall vitality, which are concepts often associated with aging prevention in TCM. However, modern scientific research offers limited support for these claims. While preliminary animal studies have indicated that antler velvet contains growth factors and bioactive compounds that may affect cellular processes, there is a lack of robust clinical evidence in humans to confirm its efficacy in preventing or slowing aging. Most human studies are small, of poor methodological quality, or focused on related aspects such as athletic performance or joint health rather than aging itself. As such, its use for aging prevention is based predominantly on tradition rather than scientific validation. Overall, the evidence supporting antler horn for aging prevention is weak and not well substantiated by rigorous research.
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vitamin A
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Antler
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Anserine
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Allantoin
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Astragaloside
anthocyanidins
Ampelopsin
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Brassica
Bioflavonoids
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Cruciferous
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Carotene (unspecified)
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Dismutase
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Epidermal Growth Factor
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Other health conditions supported by Antler horn
Aging (prevention)Arthritis
Athletic and Exercise Aids
Backache
Broken Bones
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cartilage Damage
Circulation (poor)
Convalescence
Cuts
Debility
Edema
Endurance (lack of)
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Gout
Hair (loss or thinning)
Heart (weakness)
Infertility
Inflammation
Injuries
Kidney Stones
Knees (weak)
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Nervous Exhaustion
Osteoporosis
Pain (general remedies for)
Post Partum Weakness
Prostatitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sex Drive (low)
Stress
Surgery (healing from)
Tendonitis
Testosterone (low)
Wasting
Wounds and Sores
