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Please be aware that the study of the therapeutic ramifications of taking any medication, including herbal supplements, is far from an exact science. Some sources, presumably in an effort to present an impression of providing responsible, guarded and cautionary advice, present a mountainous list of “possible” side effects, interactions and contraindications for which they neither quote, nor can we find, supporting evidence. Others simply steer clear of the subject..
Hopefully we have steered a middle course. Where there are well-established precautions to be observed we have pointed those out. Where sources make statements for which there is no supporting evidence we have not included such statements.
We value our reputation as a provider of reliable, high quality and non-sensational and non-alarmist information on the therapeutic value of herbs. That includes advice on adverse side effects and interactions with other medications where they is evidence to support such advice.
We strongly suggest that you seek professional advice on the use of herbal supplements if they are to be used to treat a specific condition, rather than as a dietary supplement taken to improve one's general feeling of wellbeing. If you do seek advice, please do so from someone who is qualified to advise on the therapeutic ramifications, good and bad, of using herbs for medicinal purposes. That would have to be a qualified herbalist or, ideally, an ND, a Doctor of Naturopathy, if you can locate one ( this link might help).Furthermore, we point out that statements regarding any products mentioned on this page have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration of the USA or the equivalent statutory authority of any other country. The products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this Web site is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. Again we emphasise that you should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your health care professional
Green Tea Extract, 
Rhodiola, 
Gotu Kola, 
Olive Oil (Olea Europa), 
Rosemary, 
Borage,
Avena Sativa, 
Elderberry, 
Noni juice, 
Ashwagandha, 
Ginko Biloba, 
Grapeseed Extract, 
Borage, 
to provide extra energy
supports healthy energy levels, stamina and vitalit
a natural source of energy
supports healthy energy levels and routine stamina in the mature years
a powerful anti-oxident blend
for stress relief and antioxidant
antioxidant formula
a highly concentrated form of Green Tea
However these challenges are ones that herbal medicine and practitioners have acknowledged and have been addressing for millennia
In the many solutions that we have come across in our searches, a few herbs in particular keep cropping up.
They are
Panax and
Siberian Ginsengs, the root of the
Rhodiola plant, all constituants of the Vitbase "Energy" product, and the juice of the
Noni (Morinda citrifolia) fruit from the South Pacific. Worthy also of special mention is the very popular
Essiac tea, concocted by Canadian nurse Rene Caisse (notice something about Caisse and Essiac?), comprising
Burdock root,
Slippery Elm,
Sheep Sorrel and
Indian Rhubarb.
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Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) and 
Burdock root (in other combinations) crop up regularly as well in energy supplements.
It is important to be aware that fatigue and tiredness/drowsiness are sometimes two different things. Fatigue will be characterised by lack of motivation and drive rather than simply sleepiness. The herbal ingredients described above have an excellent record for alleviating these sorts of symptoms, and are certainly worth a try provided they are not added to other medication.
However, if the fatigue persists it may well be a symptom of a more serious psychological disorder which will need the best professional help to address.