Evidence supporting the use of: Deer velvet
For the health condition: Nervous Exhaustion

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Deer velvet, also known as velvet antler, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other East Asian medical systems. It is considered a tonic, believed to enhance vitality, boost qi (energy), and support recovery from fatigue or weakness—concepts that align loosely with what is called "nervous exhaustion" in Western contexts. While deer velvet is commonly prescribed in TCM for various symptoms of weakness, tiredness, and debility, these uses are rooted in traditional practice rather than modern scientific validation.

Current scientific evidence for the efficacy of deer velvet in treating or supporting nervous exhaustion is minimal and largely anecdotal. A small number of clinical studies have explored deer velvet’s potential benefits in areas like improving athletic performance, immune function, and sexual health, but rigorous studies examining its impact on nervous system fatigue or exhaustion are lacking. Reviews of the available literature generally conclude that there is insufficient clinical evidence to support its use for nervous exhaustion or similar conditions. Thus, while deer velvet remains a traditional remedy for fatigue and debility, strong scientific support for its use in nervous exhaustion is currently absent.

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