Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Eleutheroside refers to a group of active compounds found in Eleutherococcus senticosus (also known as Siberian ginseng). The use of eleutheroside-containing extracts as athletic and exercise aids is primarily based on traditional practices, especially in Russia and parts of Asia. Historically, Siberian ginseng has been used as an "adaptogen," a term for substances thought to help the body resist physical, chemical, or biological stressors, including those associated with exercise and physical exertion.

Some early Soviet-era research and anecdotal reports suggested that Eleutherococcus could improve stamina, reduce fatigue, and enhance physical performance, leading to its use among athletes in the former Soviet Union. However, the scientific evidence is limited and generally of low methodological quality. A few small studies have reported modest improvements in endurance or subjective feelings of fatigue, but results are inconsistent and often not reproducible in larger, well-controlled trials. Meta-analyses and systematic reviews generally conclude that there is insufficient high-quality clinical evidence to support the efficacy of eleutherosides or Eleutherococcus extracts for improving exercise performance in healthy adults.

Therefore, while the use of eleutheroside as an athletic aid is supported by traditional practices and some preliminary studies, it lacks strong, consistent scientific validation.

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