Evidence supporting the use of: Orchis latifolia
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Orchis latifolia, commonly known as the broad-leaved marsh orchid, has a history of traditional use in various medical systems, especially in parts of Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. The tubers of this plant are a source of 'salep,' a starchy, mucilaginous substance used in traditional medicine and cuisine. In traditional Unani and Ayurvedic medicine, Orchis latifolia and related orchids have been considered to have restorative properties, and their preparations have been used as tonics to combat general debility, fatigue, and lack of energy. These uses are largely attributed to the nourishing, demulcent, and mildly aphrodisiac qualities attributed to salep. Despite these traditional claims, there is little to no robust scientific evidence directly linking Orchis latifolia to increased energy or improved stamina in humans. The evidence base is limited to ethnobotanical reports and historical texts, with only a few laboratory studies on related orchid species—none providing conclusive proof of efficacy for this indication. Therefore, while traditional practices support its use for energy enhancement, its efficacy remains unproven by modern clinical research.
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 Orchis latifolia
Appetite (deficient)Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Indigestion