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Rhodiola Rosea

Also known as: Arctic root, golden root, roseroot

An adaptogenic herb traditionally used in Scandinavian and Russian folk medicine for fatigue, stress resilience, and cognitive function. Some clinical evidence for improving stress-related fatigue and mild depression. Used by perimenopausal women for burnout, energy, and stress adaptation.

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Research Context

Research context compiled from published sources

How does Rhodiola Rosea work?

Active compounds (rosavins, salidroside) modulate the HPA axis, attenuating the cortisol response to stress. Influences serotonin and dopamine pathways. Inhibits catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) and monoamine oxidase (MAO), increasing monoamine availability. Also exhibits antioxidant and neuroprotective properties.

Research Depth

Unknown

Long-Term Evidence

Limited

Only short-term data available. Long-term effects are not well understood.

Known Interactions
Antidepressants (additive monoaminergic effect — caution)Antihypertensives (may potentiate effect)Stimulants (additive effect)
Reported Contraindicated Populations
Bipolar disorder (may trigger mania)Autoimmune conditions (immunostimulatory potential)Insomnia (if taken late in the day)
Published Dose Ranges
200600 mg/day (standardised to 3% rosavins, 1% salidroside)oral · once daily in the morning (may be stimulating)
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Dose ranges from published research. Individual dosing should be determined with your healthcare provider based on your specific circumstances.

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