Evidence supporting the use of: Wheat
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Wheat is a staple cereal grain and is widely recognized for its nutritive value, particularly as a source of carbohydrates, which are the body's primary energy source. Scientific evidence supports the use of wheat and wheat-based foods to help address a lack of energy, primarily due to their macronutrient content. Carbohydrates from wheat are broken down into glucose, which is then used by the body to fuel cellular activities and physical functions. Whole wheat products also provide B vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin, which play essential roles in energy metabolism.
However, while wheat can support general energy needs due to its nutritional composition, there is limited clinical evidence that consuming wheat specifically treats clinical fatigue or pathological lack of energy beyond addressing basic caloric requirements or correcting dietary deficiencies. Most studies focus on whole grains (including wheat) as part of a healthy diet that supports sustained energy levels and overall vitality. In contrast, refined wheat products may cause rapid fluctuations in blood sugar and energy, which could be counterproductive.
In summary, wheat's role in supporting energy is scientifically validated at the level of general nutrition, not as a targeted treatment for energy deficiency or fatigue. Its efficacy is best supported when consumed as part of a balanced, whole-food diet.
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 Wheat
Appetite (deficient)Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Diabetes
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Nervous Exhaustion
Wounds and Sores