Evidence supporting the use of: Eleuthero
For the health condition: Adrenal Fatigue

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus), also known as Siberian ginseng, has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Russia and China, as an "adaptogen." Adaptogens are believed to help the body resist physical, chemical, and biological stressors. In traditional herbal practice, eleuthero is commonly used to support energy, stamina, and resilience to stress, which are qualities often associated with the concept of “adrenal fatigue” in alternative medicine. However, "adrenal fatigue" itself is not a recognized medical diagnosis in conventional medicine; it is a term used primarily in alternative health circles to describe symptoms like fatigue, body aches, and sleep disturbances purportedly due to chronic stress taxing the adrenal glands.

Scientific research on eleuthero suggests some potential for enhancing endurance and modulating stress responses, but studies are generally small, short-term, or methodologically limited. There is insufficient direct evidence to support eleuthero’s efficacy specifically for "adrenal fatigue," especially as the condition is not clearly defined in scientific literature. Most support for eleuthero’s use in this context comes from traditional use and extrapolation from studies on stress and fatigue rather than robust clinical trials targeting adrenal function. In summary, while eleuthero has a tradition of use for supporting stress adaptation, scientific validation for its use in "adrenal fatigue" is limited.

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