More About Rhodiola

Adaptogenic

Rhodiola increases tolerance to various stressors (e.g. mental, physical, environmental), in part by benefically modifying the stress response. This herb acts predominantly on the hypothalamus in a way that normalises the manner in which the body responds to stress triggers. The enhancement of serotonin activity (see below) would also be of value in reducing anxiety-related symptoms associated with chronic stress.

Anti-depressant

Rhodiola's role in aiding depression is due to various factors. Active compounds in this herb (e.g. rosavin and salidrozid) enhance the transport of serotonin precursors (tryptophan and 5-HTP) into the brain, and through an MAO/COMT inhibiting effect these compounds also reduce the degradation of mood-elevating neurotransmitters. With respect to serotonin, the studies show a 30% increase of levels in the brain. As stress accelerates the destruction of mood-boosting neurotransmitters, the adaptogenic effects of rhodiola would be additionally valuable.

Mental enhancer

Rhodiola intake may also boost learning and memory skills. Improvements have been shown even after 10 days treatment with rhodiola extract.

Male Sexual Tonic

Rhodiola has traditionally been used as a tonic to enhance male sexual function. Subsequent research in the field has confirmed its therapeutic effect in certain sexual dysfunctions. For example, in one study involving men suffering from a weak erection and/or premature ejaculation, treatment with rhodiola extract led to substantial improvement in sexual function.

Immune supportive

Research suggests that rhodiola's benefits extend to the immune system - a factor that combines equally well with its adaptogenic activity. Not surprisingly, it has been reported that rhodiola is particularly effective in aiding recovery after viral infection.

Antioxidant

The herb's active components are shown to be powerful antioxidants, especially protective against lipid peroxidation.

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For thousands of years, herbs have been used to help maintain many aspects of health and wellness. Today, research and technology are bringing herbalism into the modern age – with improved extraction, standardization, and farming methods. Clinical studies are beginning to validate herbal therapies, so even some in the medical community are starting to accept them.

Many of today’s medicines were originally derived from botanicals. Aspirin once came from the white willow tree, quinine from the bark of the cinchona tree, and digitalis from foxglove. Herbs are still the basis for Chinese medicine and are important constituents of many European natural remedies. As Hippocrates said, “Let they food by thy medicine, thy medicine be thy food”.

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