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This product may have the following benefits
BioCare
Rhodiola provides the equivalent of 250mg rhodiola root extract
standardised to 3% salidrosides in a base of soy lecithin, vegetable
oils and beeswax. A liquid extract in vegetable capsules. Suitable for
vegetarians.
Rhodiola may be
beneficial in helping to alleviate the symptoms of:
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Stress (mental,
physical, environmental)
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Chronic fatigue
(e.g. ME)
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Impotence
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General mental
enhancement
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Poor memory
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Convalescence after illness
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Protection
against free radicals
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About Rhodiola
Adaptogenic
Rhodiola
increases tolerance to various stressors (e.g. mental, physical,
environmental), in part by beneficially 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.
Research
Maslova L,
et al, Pathophys Exper Ther, 3, pp53-55
Krendal F,
Pharmacia, 38, 1989, pp58-62
Bogodashin
I, et al, Exp Med, 110, 1990, pp409-411
Wahlstrom
M, Adaptogens: Nature's Key to Well-being, 1987, Goteberg, Skandinavisk
Bok
Jacobowits
D an J Richardson, Pharmacol Biochem Behav, 8, 1987, pp515-519
Ogren S,
Ins. Biology of Serotonergic Transmission, John Wiley & Sons,
Chichester. 1982. 317-334
Petkov V,
et al, Acta Physiol. et Pharmacol. Bulg 12, 1986, 1, pp1-16
Dementyeva
L and Yaremenko K, Bull Sib Depat Acad Sci USSR, 1983, No.6, pp70-77
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