Evidence supporting the use of: Blackthorn
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), also known as sloe, has a history of use in European traditional medicine, including for the treatment of fatigue or to "restore energy." Folk remedies sometimes recommend blackthorn berry syrups, teas, or extracts as general tonics, particularly after illness or during convalescence, to support vitality and energy. However, the traditional use for energy is largely based on anecdotal reports and historical herbal texts rather than rigorous scientific evaluation. There are no high-quality clinical studies or robust pharmacological evidence demonstrating that blackthorn directly improves energy levels or combats fatigue in humans. Some sources suggest that its vitamin C content and antioxidant properties may contribute to general well-being, but these effects are not specific to energy restoration, and the amounts present are not well-defined. In summary, blackthorn's use for energy support is rooted in tradition, with little scientific validation at this time.
Other ingredients used for Energy (lack of)
7-Keto-DHEAacai berry
acetyl l-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha d-ribofuranose
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
amylopectin
ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
biotin
black pepper
bасора
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coconut milk
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
coffee fruit
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
eleuthero
folate
fructose
ginseng
greens blend (proprietary)
guarana
guayusa
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
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
nettle
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
pyrroloquinoline disodium salt
rhodiola
rosemary
sage
shiitake mushroom
black ginger
sphaeranthus indicus
spirulina
succinic acid
tongkat ali
almond fruit
vegetable blend (proprietary)
velvet bean
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
whey protein
zinc
suma
jiaogulan
alpinia galangal
commiphora
bee pollen
lemongrass
siler root
cistanche
sweet flag
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
trace minerals
yerba mate
wheat germ
algae
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
Aralia
akebia
Alpha polylactate
Antler
Agastache
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
Chia seed
Coconut
Cinnamomum
Coenzyme A
coconut oil
Codonopsis
Cynomorium
Catecholamine
Chlorophytum
Chuchuhuasi
Curcumen
Coca
Chicken
cola nut
Dendrobium
Deer Root
Deer Velvet
Dragonhead
Dextrates
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Erodium cicutarium
Egg
Elk antler
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Ephedrine
Egg protein
glucose
Ketone Salts
Milk Protein
peanut
Wheat
Other health conditions supported by Blackthorn
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Acid Indigestion
Appetite (deficient)
Backache
Bleeding (external)
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Chills
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Convalescence
Cuts
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Dyspepsia
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity
Energy (lack of)
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Hangover
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Indigestion
Infection
Inflammation
Injuries
Insomnia
Jaundice (adults)
Jaundice (infants)
Liver Detoxification
Pain (general remedies for)
Scratches and Abrasions
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores