AdaptogenModerate evidence

Rhodiola Rosea

Adaptogen from arctic regions. Active compounds rosavin and salidroside modulate the HPA axis and support stress resilience, mental performance, and fatigue reduction. Effects are typically noticeable within hours.

Also known as: rhodiola, golden root, rosenwurz, arctic root

Goals
StressCognitionEnergy
Timing
Morning
Price tier
Medium

Dosage

200–600 mg/day of standardised extract (3 % rosavin, 1 % salidroside). Morning on empty stomach. Cycle — e.g. 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off.

Considerations

May cause evening sleep disturbances in sensitive individuals. Interactions with MAOIs, SSRIs and stimulants. Avoid in bipolar disorders.

VeganDrug interactionsNot during pregnancy
Form
CapsulePowder

Scientific detail

Mechanisms
HPA axis modulationMonoamine oxidase inhibitionSerotonin and dopamine regulationMitochondrial ATP boost
Hallmarks of aging
Altered intercellular communicationMitochondrial dysfunction
Evidence base

Studies on Rhodiola Rosea

2,226 studies total · Open on PubMed

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33
Stress & anxiety
37
Cognition
114
Energy & endurance
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GREEN NATURALS Rhodiola Rosea 600 mg, 120 Kapseln
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GREEN NATURALS Rhodiola Rosea 600 mg, 120 Kapseln
200–600 mg in the morning

Adaptogen for focus and stress resilience. Cycle (6 weeks on, 2 off).

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