Plant Extract Rhodiola Rosea Extract

Plant Extract Rhodiola Rosea Extract What is Rhodiola rosea? Categories: root, pharmaceutical Application: Pharmaceutical Function: Antidepressant, adaptogen Rhodiola rosea (commonly golden root, rose root or arctic root) is a perennial flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae, native to cold regions of Europe, Asia and Alaska. Rhodiola is used for increasing energy, stamina, strength and mental capacity; and as a so-called ?daptogen??to help the body adapt to and resist physical, chemical, and environmental stress. It is also used for improving athletic performance, shortening recovery time after long workouts, improving sexual function, for depression and for heart disorders such as irregular heartbeat and high cholesterol. It is believed that rhodiola root can prevent cancer, tuberculosis, diabetes, liver damage, cold and flu, slower aging, improve hearing, strengthen the nervous system and enhance immunity. Salidroside (rhodioloside) and rosavin extracted from rhodiola show antidepressant and anxiolytic properties. Active Ingredients Salidroside; Rosavin