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Rhodiola Rosea

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

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Evidence last reviewed: 04 Apr 2026

Evidence
2 records
2 recordsBest grade:Low

The evidence for Rhodiola Rosea includes some positive trends for reducing fatigue and enhancing endurance performance, but the overall strength is low due to variability in study results. Gaps in research and the need for more robust trials limit definitive conclusions.

Physical & mental fatigue
Adults under stress; physicians during night duty · Systematic review (11 RCTs/CCTs)
Low

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 adults · Systematic review & meta-analysis (RCTs)
Low

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.
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Targets perceived fatigue without stimulant reliance.

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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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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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How to take it

Take 200-400 mg daily, preferably in the morning or before exercise.

Rhodiola rosea extract (3% rosavins, 1% salidroside)
SHR-5 is the most studied standardized extract.
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