Rhodiola rosea is a flowering plant native to the cold mountain regions of Europe and Asia. Its root has been used for centuries in Scandinavian and Russian medicine to improve endurance, manage stress, and combat fatigue. The primary active compounds — rosavins and salidroside — modulate cortisol, enhance serotonin and dopamine activity, and improve mitochondrial energy production.

Key Benefits

Mental fatigue & burnout relief
Physical endurance
Stress resilience
Depression support
Cognitive performance under stress
Altitude sickness prevention

Best Form

Standardised extract (3% rosavins, 1% salidroside) — SHR-5 is the most clinically studied

Dosage

200–600 mg/day standardised extract

⚠ Safety Notes

Well-tolerated. May cause mild insomnia or restlessness at high doses — take in morning. Avoid combining with SSRIs without medical guidance. Not for use in bipolar disorder.

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