Evidence supporting the use of: Borneol
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Borneol is a bicyclic monoterpene found in several medicinal plants, especially in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Its use for supporting or treating lack of energy (often termed "fatigue" or "Qi deficiency" in TCM) is primarily rooted in tradition rather than modern scientific validation. Borneol is believed in TCM to "open the orifices" and "invigorate the spirit," sometimes being included in herbal formulas intended to restore consciousness, promote alertness, or counteract states of lethargy. However, these effects are described in the language of traditional medicine rather than in terms of measurable energy or anti-fatigue effects as defined by modern clinical science.
There is very limited scientific research directly investigating borneol’s effects on fatigue, energy metabolism, or related parameters in humans. Most modern studies on borneol focus on its roles in enhancing drug absorption, anti-inflammatory effects, and neuroprotective properties. While borneol’s aromatic qualities might have mild stimulating effects when inhaled, there is no robust clinical evidence to support its use for increasing energy or combating tiredness. Thus, its use for energy support is justified primarily by traditional practice, and the scientific evidence supporting this use is very weak.
Other ingredients used for Energy (lack of)
7-Keto-DHEAacai berry
acetyl l-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha d-ribofuranose
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
amylopectin
ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
biotin
black pepper
bасора
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coconut milk
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
coffee fruit
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
eleuthero
folate
fructose
ginseng
greens blend (proprietary)
guarana
guayusa
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-carnitine
l-glutamine
l-glycine
l-leucine
l-tyrosine
maca
magnesium
malic acid
maltodextrin
medium chain triglycerides (MCT)
microbial enzymes (proprietary)
milk
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
nettle
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
pyrroloquinoline disodium salt
rhodiola
rosemary
sage
shiitake mushroom
black ginger
sphaeranthus indicus
spirulina
succinic acid
tongkat ali
almond fruit
vegetable blend (proprietary)
velvet bean
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
whey protein
zinc
suma
jiaogulan
alpinia galangal
commiphora
bee pollen
lemongrass
siler root
cistanche
sweet flag
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
trace minerals
yerba mate
wheat germ
algae
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
Aralia
akebia
Alpha polylactate
Antler
Agastache
Arginine Creatine
Ardisia
Arginine malate
Anamu
Areca
adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Algal protein
Amor seco
Arginine silicate
Atractylone
Animal protein
Beta Phenethylalamine
Blackthorn
Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
berry
Ba Ji Tian
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
banana
Baobab
Borneol
Chia seed
Coconut
Cinnamomum
Coenzyme A
coconut oil
Codonopsis
Cynomorium
Catecholamine
Chlorophytum
Chuchuhuasi
Curcumen
Coca
Chicken
cola nut
Dendrobium
Deer Root
Deer Velvet
Dragonhead
Dextrates
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Eurycomanone
Erodium cicutarium
Egg
Elk antler
Eurycoma Longifolia
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Ephedrine
Egg protein
Gamma-Butyrobetaine
GMS-ribose
glucose
Guaranine
Garden Cress
Ketone Salts
Milk Protein
peanut
Shellfish
Wheat
Other health conditions supported by Borneol
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Angina
Anxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Chills
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cuts
Dandruff
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity
Energy (lack of)
Eye Infections
Eyes (red or itching)
Fatigue
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)