Evidence supporting the use of: Blend (Fatty Acid or Fat/Oil Supplement)
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Fatty acid or fat/oil supplements, such as blends containing omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), or other structured lipid sources, have some scientific basis for supporting energy levels, particularly in specific nutritional contexts. The human body uses fats as a dense source of calories, providing more energy per gram than carbohydrates or proteins. MCTs, found in coconut and palm oils, are rapidly absorbed and metabolized by the liver, leading to faster energy availability compared to long-chain fatty acids. Several studies have shown that MCT supplementation can improve physical endurance and subjective energy in athletes and individuals with certain metabolic disorders. Additionally, in clinical nutrition (such as for patients with malabsorption syndromes or those requiring enteral nutrition), fat blends are used to ensure adequate caloric intake and prevent energy deficiency.

However, evidence for fat/oil blends directly improving energy or reducing fatigue in healthy adults is modest. Most benefits are seen in populations with increased energy needs or impaired fat absorption. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids do not directly increase acute energy but can support overall metabolic health, potentially influencing long-term vitality. The overall evidence is moderate (rated 3/5), with strongest support in clinical or athletic scenarios, but limited proof of benefit for general tiredness or low energy in the healthy population.

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acetyl l-carnitine
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alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
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biotin
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capsaicinoids
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coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
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folate
fructose
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guarana
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l-glycine
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maca
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malic acid
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microbial enzymes (proprietary)
milk
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nettle
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sage
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spirulina
succinic acid
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velvet bean
vitamin B
vitamin B12
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whey protein
zinc
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commiphora
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electrolytes blend (proprietary)
trace minerals
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cola nut
Dendrobium
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