Rhodiola Rosea
A hardy adaptogen from Siberian mountains that helps with mental fatigue, physical endurance, and keeping your cool under pressure — it's especially popular with people who need sustained energy without the jitters.
Benefits
- +Reduces mental fatigue and improves focus
- +Supports physical endurance and exercise performance
- +May lower cortisol and stress response
- +Helps combat burnout
- +May support mood and reduce symptoms of depression
- +Supports energy without the crash of stimulants
Dosage & Cost
Look for extracts standardized to rosavins and salidroside — those are the active compounds. Start with a lower dose and work up. Some people cycle it (5 days on, 2 days off) to maintain sensitivity.
Side Effects
- !Headache — especially when first starting
- !Insomnia if taken too late in the day
- !Dizziness
- !Dry mouth
- !Possible mild blood pressure effects
- !Generally well tolerated, but some people are sensitive
Food Sources
- • Rhodiola rosea root — this is purely an herbal supplement, not found in common foods
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This page is for informational purposes only. The information here has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). No supplement discussed on this page is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your doctor or a qualified healthcare professional before taking any dietary supplement.