What is Rhodiola Rosea?
Rhodiola Rosea, a perennial flowering plant that is often referred to as “golden root” has a rich history and a wide geographical distribution. Found primarily in the cold mountainous regions of Europe, Asia and even the Arctic, it has attracted worldwide attention due to its remarkable adaptability and potentially health-promoting properties.
One of its fascinating characteristics is its hardiness. This plant has an innate ability to withstand harsh climate conditions and thrives in high altitude, arctic areas that are unsuitable for many other species. Its Resilience to environmental stress is partly due to the Presence of protective secondary plant substancesThey are also believed to contribute significantly to the plant's potential health benefits.
While their flowers, leaves and stems have unique qualities, the fleshy roots of the plant are most sought after because of their bioactive compoundsWhen cut, they give off a rose-like scent.
The vital substance has been an integral part of traditional medicine in Eastern Europe and Asia for centuries. The first documented medical applications date back to the ancient Greeks, when the physician Dioscorides documented the use of the plant in 77 AD.
What active ingredients does Rhodiola Rosea contain?
Bioactive compounds include Rosavin, rosin, rosarin, salidroside and tyrosol. It is believed that these compounds are responsible for the adaptogenic properties of the plant – an adaptogen is a non-toxic substance that improves the general Resistance of the body to stress factors However, the concentrations of these bioactive ingredients can vary depending on the growing region, harvest time and extraction method.
Modern scientific research into the herbal wonder substance has increased exponentially in recent years. As a dietary supplement, Rhodiola Rosea is usually in the form of capsules or tablets and sometimes as a liquid extract available
Health properties of Rhodiola Rosea
fatigue
In an uncontrolled, open, multicenter clinical trial, participants took Two doses of Rhodiola Rosea extract daily at a dosage of 200 mg The results were analyzed using various scales and tests to fatigue were measured. Significant improvements were observed as early as the first week of treatment, and these improvements in fatigue were sustained until the end of the study period in week eight.
Another molecule that relieves fatigue while promoting attention and concentration is Magnesium.
Alleviating burnout
A study involved 118 outpatient burnout patients who received a daily Dose of 400 mg Rhodiola Rosea extract Several assessment tools were used to evaluate clinical outcomes. The results indicated significant improvements in many measured values some showed improvement after just one week of treatment. In addition, the incidence of adverse events was extremely low. Based on these results, the study concludes that Rhodiola rosea extract is a is a promising remedy for the treatment of burnout syndrome. In addition, further clinical trials are justified.
Antioxidant capacity, reaction time, psychomotic abilities
In a randomized double-blind study, the effects of chronic intake of Rhodiola Rosea on mental and physical performance, hormonal markers and biomarkers for oxidative stress Twenty-six healthy male students received either 600 mg/day Rhodiola rosea or a placebo. Performance was assessed by psychomotor tests and a VO²max test before and after 4 weeks of supplementation. Hormone profile (cortisol, testosterone and growth hormone) and biomarkers of oxidative stress were also measured.
The results showed that taking 600mg daily Reaction time and overall response time shortened and increased the number of correct answers in psychomotor tests. No significant changes were observed in endurance performance, hormone profile, and most biomarkers of oxidative stress. However, Rhodiola rosea increased the total antioxidant capacity of plasma.
Rhodiola Rosea & Longevity
Studies have shown that Rhodiola rosea has the potential to life span Studies on flies, worms and yeast have shown that the “golden plant” can extend lifespan.
Sources
Literature:
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/rhodiola-rosea
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28219059/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5370380/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6230218/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26987024/
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