Evidence supporting the use of: Ginseng, Siberian
For the health condition: Body Building

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus), also known as eleuthero, has traditionally been used in Eastern European and Asian herbal medicine as an adaptogen—a substance believed to help the body resist physical, chemical, and biological stress. Its use among athletes and bodybuilders is primarily based on folk and traditional medicine, particularly in Russia and China, where it has been employed to enhance stamina, endurance, and overall physical performance.

Scientific studies on Siberian ginseng’s effects in the context of bodybuilding are limited and somewhat inconsistent. Some small-scale clinical trials and animal studies suggest that Siberian ginseng may help reduce fatigue and improve certain measures of physical performance or adaptation to stress, but these findings are not robust or consistent enough to warrant strong scientific endorsement. There is little to no direct evidence showing improvements in muscle growth, strength gains, or direct support for bodybuilding outcomes. Most of the available evidence supports its use in general physical endurance or resistance to fatigue, not muscle building per se.

In summary, the use of Siberian ginseng for bodybuilding is rooted primarily in traditional practices rather than strong scientific data. While there is limited evidence of potential benefits for endurance and resistance to fatigue, high-quality, large-scale clinical trials specifically targeting bodybuilding outcomes are lacking.

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