The Benefits of Rhodiola:
The Stress-Busting Adaptogen

The benefits of Rhodiola Rosea (also known as Rose Root, Arctic Root or Golden Root) have been known for thousands of years.

This small Siberian plant, growing at high altitutes in harsh climates, can deliver an inner sense of peace and calm in a go-go-go world. Nothing ages us, both mentally and physically, as quickly as stress, so this supplement is of particular interest to those curious about its super stress-busting, antiaging properties.

The ancient Greeks, Chinese, and Vikings all used Rhodiola as a medicine and a vitality tonic. More recently, the benefits of Rhodiola have been studied extensively in Russia and used by Olympic athletes and cosmonauts. It's a popular plant in traditional medical systems in Eastern Europe and Asia, with a reputation for delivering an impressive list of benefits, including:

• Stimulating the nervous system
• Acting as an energy tonic
• Supporting immune, adrenal, and cardiovascular function
• Easing depression
• Enhancing work performance
• Eliminating fatigue
• Aiding muscle recovery
• Preventing altitude sickness and effects of oxygen deprivation
• Enhancing sexual desire in both men and women

Rhodiola rosea is a potent adaptogen. Adaptogens are natural plant substances that increase the body's resistance by acting upon it in non-specific ways without disturbing normal body functions.

When a stressful situation occurs, adaptogens generate a degree of generalized adaptation (or non-specific resistance) that allows our physiology to handle the stressful situation in a more resourceful manner. It is believed that adaptogens work by increasing the ability of cells to manufacture and use cell fuel more efficiently.

Rhodiola has very few side effects but can increase blood pressure and also thin the blood. But with thousands of years of anecdotal evidence behind it and recent scientific research, it could be a useful herbal supplement with a number of benefits.

As always, check with your medical doctor before starting a new supplement.

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