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Rhodiola Rosea

Adaptogenic herb with evidence for reducing mental & physical fatigue; used by athletes for anti-fatigue & mild cognitive support.

stressfocusendurancerecovery
Evidence last reviewed: 04 Apr 2026
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Evidence
2 records
Physical & mental fatigue
Adults under stress; physicians during night dutySystematic review (11 RCTs/CCTs)
PUBMEDLow

Some evidence of benefit for physical & mental fatigue across 11 trials; heterogeneity prevents formal meta-analysis. Small crossover RCT of night-shift physicians showed improved fatigue & mental performance with repeated low doses.

Dose: 400 mgDuration: 1 day to 12 weeks
Methodological quality of included trials is generally low; larger rigorous RCTs needed.
Endurance performance & physiological biomarkers
Endurance athletes and active adultsSystematic review & meta-analysis (RCTs)
PUBMEDLow

Rhodiola supplementation showed positive trends for endurance performance & improved physiological biomarkers; evidence remains limited & study quality variable.

Dose: 400 mgDuration: 4–12 weeks
Most consistent benefits in untrained or moderately trained individuals; elite athlete data lacking.
Forms
Rhodiola rosea extract (3% rosavins, 1% salidroside)
SHR-5 is the most studied standardized extract.

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stressmoodanxiety

Combining Rhodiola Rosea with Ashwagandha can reduce stress and enhance mood. Rhodiola is an adaptogen that helps manage stress, while Ashwagandha is known for its mood-enhancing and stress-reducing properties.

Rhodiola Rosea
200mg
Ashwagandha
300mg
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stresscognitivefocus

Rhodiola rosea & phosphatidylserine are combined to support stress reduction & cognitive function. Rhodiola rosea is an adaptogen that enhances resilience to stress, while phosphatidylserine supports cognitive performance & reduces stress-related cortisol levels.

Rhodiola Rosea
200mg
Phosphatidylserine
100mg
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endurance

Targets perceived fatigue without stimulant reliance.

Rhodiola Rosea
400mg
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