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Source of validity: Traditional
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Placenta has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in some East Asian practices such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In these traditions, human or animal placenta is believed to possess properties that can "tonify" the body, restore vital energy (Qi), and combat fatigue or weakness. Placenta is often prepared and consumed in various forms, including powders, capsules, or soups, with the aim to support recovery from childbirth, illness, or general debility, which is conceptually linked to increasing energy levels. However, while these traditional uses are well documented, rigorous scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of placenta for improving energy or treating fatigue is extremely limited. Modern clinical trials on this specific indication are scarce, and the few available studies are typically small, lack proper controls, or focus on other purported benefits such as skin or hormonal health. As such, the evidence for placenta’s effectiveness in treating or supporting energy levels is primarily anecdotal and based on traditional belief systems rather than validated scientific findings. Most health authorities do not endorse placenta for this purpose due to the lack of robust evidence and potential safety concerns.

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