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Source of validity: Traditional
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Curcumen, a compound found in turmeric (Curcuma longa) and related plants, has been used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. In these systems, turmeric and its constituents have been used for a variety of purposes, including promoting general vitality and balancing energy. The traditional use is often based on the broader context of supporting overall health and "qi" rather than directly treating fatigue or lack of energy as defined in modern medicine.

However, scientific studies specifically evaluating curcumen for energy enhancement or fatigue reduction in humans are lacking. While turmeric and its constituents (especially curcumin, which is different from curcumen) have been studied for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, direct evidence supporting their use for increasing energy is minimal. Most of the rationale comes from anecdotal or traditional reports rather than controlled clinical trials. Therefore, while curcumen may be included in supplements aimed at supporting energy, this use is primarily justified by tradition and has minimal scientific validation.

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