Rhodiola Rosea tablets information, naturally increase energy and mood

Rhodiola rosea, also known as golden root,  grows in the Arctic regions of eastern Siberia where it is a popular plant in traditional medical systems in Eastern Europe and Asia. Russians have drunk rhodiola tea for centuries as an energy booster. Russian and Chinese scientists have researched its benefits for several decades.
    Dozens of species of rhodiola grow wild in nature. Siberian rhodiola rosea has a reputation for stimulating the nervous system, decreasing depression, enhancing work performance, eliminating fatigue, and preventing high altitude sickness. It has been categorized as an adaptogen by Russian researchers due to its observed ability to increase resistance to a variety of chemical, biological, and physical stressors. The adaptogenic, cardiopulmonary protective, and central nervous system activities of Rhodiola rosea have been attributed primarily to its ability to influence levels and activity of monoamines and opioid peptides such as beta-endorphins.

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Full Spectrum Rhodiola rosea root combines an extract standardized to 0.8% rosavin with whole rhodiola root extract, providing a broad spectrum of constituents.

This is a legendary adaptogenic tonifier that comes from the polar arctic regions of Eastern Siberia. Among traditional people it is highly valued as a strengthening tonic to increase physical and mental stamina.


 

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Suggested Use:  One rhodiola tablet a few days a week, preferably in the morning a few minutes before breakfast.

Benefit

Antioxidant and organ protection
Rhodiola therapy may protect hypoxia-induced pancreatic injury in two ways. It prevents hypoxia-induced biological changes by increasing intracellular oxygen diffusion and efficiency of oxygen utilization. Alternatively, it reduces hypoxia-induced oxidative damage by its antioxidant activities.

Aphrodisiac
It is not known to us at this time how it influences sexual activity.

Bipolar disorder
I have seen a few warnings against using rhodiola rosea herb if you are diagnosed with bipolar disorder. I’ve seen the warning on some labels and online.
   There are many herbs, when used in high concentrations, that can cause overstimulation, restlessness, and perhaps induce mania. Rhodiola rosea herb may theoretically fall in this category, along with ginseng and others, but we have not seen, as of August 2008, any specific human research that has evaluated its role  in inducing mania. As with many herbs that increase energy levels, it is best to use lower dosages to avoid side effects of restlessness and insomnia.

Cardiac and cardiovascular effects
Rhodiola Capsules decrease the oxygen consumption of myocardium and oxygen consumption index in anesthetic dogs, decrease the coronary artery resistance, but have no marked effect on the coronary artery blood flow. The capsules also have the function of decreasing blood pressure and slowing heart rate.

Effects of rhodiola on expression of vascular endothelial cell growth factor and angiogenesis in aortic atherosclerotic plaque of rabbits
Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi. 2008.
To investigate the effects on expression of vascular endothelial cell growth factor (VEGF) and angiogenesis in aortic atherosclerotic plaque of rabbits. Rhodiola has the effects of inhibiting atherosclerosis formation, decreasing the VEGF expression and suppressing the angiogenesis in the plaque.

Immune system
Production of Th1- and Th2-dependent cytokines induced by the Chinese medicine herb, Rhodiola algida, on human peripheral blood monocytes.
J Ethnopharmacol. 2009.
Rhodiola algida, an herb ingredient used in Chinese medicine, has been clinically proven to be effective in enhancing human immune responses. This study attempted to identify the potential immunomodulatory effect of Rhodiola algida extract in human immune system in vitro, and to examine its underlying molecular effects. Firstly, the bioactive marker compound salidroside was used for standardization of Rhodiola algida extract by reversed-phase HPLC. Secondly, the regulation of human immune responses was investigated in human peripheral blood monocytes. A series of cytokines known to play important roles in the human immune responses were examined. The current study provided quantitative assay for the marker compound, salidroside, in the Rhodiola algida extract for ensuring the quality consistency of Rhodiola algida used in the following experiments. Biological assay indicated that Rhodiola algida stimulates human peripheral blood lymphocytes and its underlying immunomodulatory effects probably through its regulation of IL-2 in Th1 cells and IL-4, IL-6, IL-10 in Th2 cells. The findings may enable us to further explain the pharmacological properties in Chinese medicine and make Rhodiola algida a very promising immunomodulating agent.

Longevity
A 2007 study published in Rejuvenation Research found rhodiola rosea increased the lifespan of fruit fly populations. Flies that ate a diet rich in rhodiola rosea lived an average of 10 percent longer than those not eating the herb. Three other herbs that were also tested -- Lu Duo Wei, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang and San Zhi Pian -- had no effect on fruit fly longevity.

Memory and Learning
Studies with mice did not show rhodiola to have much of an effect on memory.

Stress and anxiety management
Adaptogenic and central nervous system effects of single doses of 3% rosavin and 1% salidroside Rhodiola rosea L. extract in mice.
Phytother Res. 2007.
The purpose of the present study was to re-investigate the effects produced by a single oral administration of an Rhodiola rosea hydroalcohol extract (containing 3% rosavin and 1% salidroside) on the central nervous system in mice. Rhodiola rosea extract significantly, but not dose-dependently, induced antidepressant-like, adaptogenic, anxiolytic-like and stimulating effects in mice. This study thus provides evidence of the efficacy of Rhodiola rosea extracts after a single administration, and confirms many preclinical and clinical studies indicating the adaptogenic and stimulating effects of such R. rosea extracts. Moreover, antidepressant-like and anxiety reducing activities of Rhodiola rosea were shown in mice for the first time.

Rhodiola Revolution book
Rhodiola Revolution is a book written by Richard P. Brown, M.D., and Patricia L. Gerbarg, M.D. with Barbara Graham.
One of the co-authors has previously written Stop Depression Now. The Rhodiola Revolution book claims the plant has amazing healing powers. They say, "With unprecedented access to more than 30 years of compelling scientific research, including top-secret studies from the former Soviet Union, Dr. Richard Brown and Dr. Patricia Gerbarg offer exclusive proof of rhodiola’s remarkable ability to: Maximize energy, Fight stress and aging, Sharpen memory and concentration, Enhance sexual function and physical performance, Protect against heart disease and cancer, Help melt away extra pounds."
   Comments: It appears rhodiola rosea is a helpful herb in terms of energy enhancement, but it is premature to say that it can protect against heart disease or cancer.

Rhodiola plant
This herb has adapted to extremely harsh conditions and grows primarily in sandy ground at extremely cold, high altitudes with little rainfall and low oxygen. Rhodiola plant is a perennial that reaches a height of 10 to 30 inches and produces yellow, orange or red blossoms. The plant and root grow slowly and harvesting occurs after at least 3 years of growth.

Risk, safety
According to a website Rhodiola Rosea can cause side effects such as irritability, restlessness and insomnia. What is the maximum amount per day and how frequently, maximum days per week, every day, can it be taken so that a person does not experience any side effects (such as irritability, restlessness and insomnia) from rhodiola rosea intake?
   Each person is different in their response. It is best to at first start with a capsule or tablet in the morning every other day and then take more or less depending on the initial response.

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Q. How is Siberian rhodiola rosea different than Tibetan rhodiola rosea?
   A. We have not seen research comparing Tibetan rhodiola rosea to Siberian.

Q. I recently started taking three new suppliments: Alpha Lipoic acid, astaxanthin, and rhodiola rosea. I've also noticed an increase in energy, had a sustained pleasant mood and a loss of appetite from the first day I took them (I haven't been using cocaine, honest!). Could any of these suppliments be the cause of this?
   A. We are not sure about astaxanthin but alpha lipoic acid and rhodiola can certainly have this effect. See weight loss pill information.

Q. Could you tell me why rhodiola rosea Extract is not recommended during pregnancy. I can see no rhodiola side effects associated with a low dose of 250 mg of standardized extract per day. Any information would be most appreciated.
   A. We have not seen any studies with rhodiola rosea extract and pregnancy, therefore it is not clear if this herb is safe to use during pregnancy. It may be, we just don't know.

Q. The Rhodiola product is 327 mg. My understanding is that you should start off at 100 mg and work up to see how much you might need. I am using it for depression and energy. Do you have any that is 100 mg. and is this information valid.
   A. There is no " accepted " starting dose. We often suggest taking a portion or a tablet or capsule when taking a new herb since it is impossible to predict how a person will react. Some people may find 100 mg of rhodiola to be effective while others may need 2 or 3 pills or more.

Q. I am 80 years old and am taking rhodiola rosea 100 mgs strength twice a day. This has helped me a lot in many ways - now taking this for about 3 years. I have noticed that I bruise very easily and get large bruises. Can this be a side-effect of this rhodiola herb? The rhodiola rosea 100 mgs 2/day is made by Medicine Plants. Rhodiola rosea makes me more active, alert, have noticed better mood and overall feel much better.
   A. We're not aware of any long term human studies that have looked into the effect of rhodiola herb on blood thinning or anti platelet activity. It is often a good idea to take occasional breaks from the use of herbs. As we age, there is a tendency to bruise easier, so this may also be a factor. Dietary changes can also influence bruising.

Q. I read in an article on rhodiola extract in Science News which states that in 1989 the then Soviet government standardized the supplement to contain 3% rosavins. I then looked at a couple of rhodiola extract supplements on-line and found that many of them claim to contain 4% rosavins (and something called salidroside, usually at 1%). The rhodiola product available at Physician Formulas contains only 0.8% rosavins as well as 0.8% salidrosides. The recommended dosages on the PF site also differs, although they sound more conservative, they may be a more informed and cautious approach. Could you please explain the discrepancies I have found between this rhodiola product and others.
   A. A long time ago herbs used to be available only as regular powder or leaf form, or as tinctures. Now, many herbs are available in different extract concentrations. Since human research with these various extract potencies is limited, it is difficult to claim that one extract percentage or potency is better than another. Sometimes if an herbal extract is too concentrated and of too high potency, it can cause more side effects. Just because one organization or one country has chosen a particular extract percentage as a standard does not mean that particular extract is the best option for you. Different scientists, organizations, and medical doctors can have different viewpoints on this topic. The bottom line is that the ideal extract potency is what works for any particular person rather than what is recommended or chosen by an organization. And the only way for a consumer to tell is to try the product in various dosages to see which amount works best for their unique condition.


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