Rhodiola Root – Organic

Rhodiola rosea

Commonly known as Rhodiola, Golden Root & Arctic Root. A popular plant in traditional medical systems in Eastern Europe & Asia.

Part Used:

Root

Active Constituents are:

• Antioxidant compounds including p-tyrosol

• Organic Acids (gallic acid, caffeic acid, & chlorogenic acid)

• Flavonoids (catechins & proanthocyanidins)

Main Actions are:

• Adaptogen

• Antioxidant

• Cardio-pulmonary protective

• Immunostimulant

Used traditionally in the following areas:

Nervous System:

Central Nervous system activities attributed primarily to its ability to influence levels and activity of biogenic monoamines such as serotonin, dopamine & norepinephrine in the cerebral cortex, brain stem & hypothalamus. As well as preventing both catecholamine release & subsequent cyclic AMP elevation in the mycardium, & the depletion of adrenal catecholamines induced by acute stress.

• Chronic Stress

• Adrenal depletion

• ADHD

• Decline in work performance mentally & physically

• Sleep disturbances

• Poor appetite

• Irritability

• Headaches

• Fatigue

• Lack of energy due to being a Night Shift Worker or Sports Performance

Cardiovascular System

• Hypertension

Immune System:

• Cancer (tumour growth prevention)

Reproductive System:

• Erectile Dysfunction

Dosage:

Infusion 500mg – 1gm bd (twice daily)

• Take away from mineral supplements & avoid use with stimulants