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09/13/2024

Rhodiola is a perennial in the Crassulaceae (stonecrop) family that is native to the far northern regions of China, Europe, and North America. Rhodiola has been used for at least 3,000 years in northern Eurasia to increase energy, endurance, strength and mental focus.

Rhodiola rhizome and some of its key compounds (e.g., salidroside, rosin, rosavin and p-tyrosol) have been the subject of more than seventy mechanistic studies. This type of research is important for helping us understand the biological underpinnings for the effects people have witnessed for so many centuries. Studies have demonstrated that rhodiola has antioxidant, anti-stress, adaptogenic, and immunomodulatory activities.

One 2017 open-label multicenter, single-arm trial of 118 men and women (30-60 years old) with burnout symptoms (fatigue, emotional exhaustion, irritability, impaired sexual life, somatic symptoms, etc.) were given 400 mg per day of R. rosea extract (WS® 1375, Rosalin) for 12 weeks.

A wide range of rating scales were assessed and evaluated: the majority showed clear improvement, the three most dramatic improvements were noted for “lack of joy,” “tension,” and “fatigue.” Many participants experienced improvement in their symptoms within the first week of taking the rhodiola extract, with continued improvement during the 12-week study.

For many otherwise healthy individuals who are burdened with the negative effectives of chronic stress, this study suggests that rhodiola could be a helpful addition to stress-management strategies.

Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5370380/

09/13/2024

Boost your health naturally with adaptogens! These powerful herbs help reduce stress, increase energy, and support overall wellness.

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Embrace the smooth, creamy, and oh-so-delicious plant-based goodness that is Soy Milk! More info at link in bio.

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Great validating news for testosterone therapy.

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