Evidence supporting the use of: Dragonhead
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Dragonhead (Dracocephalum spp.), particularly Dracocephalum moldavica (also known as Moldavian balm), has been traditionally used in various systems of folk medicine, especially in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and China, for its purported effects on vitality and general well-being. In traditional Chinese medicine and other herbal practices, Dragonhead is sometimes included in formulations intended to "invigorate Qi" or address symptoms related to fatigue, low energy, and weakness. The traditional rationale is often based on its aromatic properties and mild tonic effects, which are thought to gently stimulate the body and mind.
However, there is limited scientific research directly supporting its use for increasing energy or treating fatigue. Most studies on Dragonhead focus on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties rather than its effects on energy levels. While these properties could theoretically contribute to improved overall health and vitality, there is insufficient empirical evidence demonstrating a direct or significant impact on subjective or objective measures of energy in humans. Therefore, while the traditional use is documented and persists in certain herbal systems, scientific validation remains weak, and more research would be needed to substantiate its benefits for energy enhancement.
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alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
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ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
biotin
black pepper
bасора
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coconut milk
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
coffee fruit
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
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folate
fructose
ginseng
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guarana
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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
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pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
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vitamin B12
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akebia
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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
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Coconut
Cinnamomum
Coenzyme A
coconut oil
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Cynomorium
Catecholamine
Chlorophytum
Chuchuhuasi
Curcumen
Coca
Chicken
cola nut
Dendrobium
Deer Root
Deer Velvet
Dragonhead
Dextrates
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Erodium cicutarium
Egg
Elk antler
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Ecdysterone
Ephedrine
Egg protein
Ketone Salts
Milk Protein
peanut
Wheat
Other health conditions supported by Dragonhead
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anxiety
Asthma
Backache
Belching
Bronchitis
Canker Sores
Cataracts
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Emotional Sensitivity
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia
Irritability
Irritable Bowel Syndrome