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Rhodiola rosea

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Introduction
3~5% Rosavin /Salidroside -HPLC
 
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea)
Common name: Golden root, Roseroot
 
Description:
There are some 50 species of rhodiola, but it is the fragrant root of the species Rhodiola rosea that is used medicinally. And it is also known as "Arctic root" or "Golden root" and more recently as “Crenulin”. Rhodiola is most often found in products intended to boost energy and enhance endurance. As such, it is often used as an ingredient in dietary supplements marketed to athletes and individuals concerned with weight loss or energy enhancement.
 

Claims:

Uses: These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider.

Grade*

Relieves stress, Enhances athletic performance, Increases endurance, Immune enhancer,

C

Improves oxygen uptake and utilization, Aphrodisiac, Improves cognitive function, Promotes weight loss

C

*Key to grades: A: Strong scientific evidence for this use; B: Good scientific evidence for this use; C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use; D: Fair scientific evidence against this use; F: Strong scientific evidence against this use.




Safety:
Rhodiola extract is thought to be quite safe. There are no known contraindications or interactions with other drugs/herbs. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.
 
Possible side effects:
Bone pain, breast tenderness, diarrhea, dizziness, dry mouth, dry throat, gastric bleeding, headaches, increased bleeding time, light-headedness, low blood pressure, nausea, nosebleeds, rash.
 
Possible interactions:
Adenosine, amphetamines, antibiotics, drugs that increase the risk of bleeding, blood pressure drugs, antiviral drugs, aspirin/aspirin-containing drugs, diabetic drugs (like insulin), drugs that effect the immune system, drugs for cholesterol, protease inhibitors, and other herbs and supplements with similar effects.
 
Dosing:
Adults (18 years and older):
typically in the range of 100-300mg/day of an extract standardized to Rosavins (3%).
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