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Rhodiola
Golden Artic Rose
| Common
Name: |
Rhodiola
also known as Golden Root Artic Rose |
| Botanical
Name: |
Rhodiola
Rosea |
| Combinations: |
Panax
ginseng |
| Contraindications: |
Do
not take during pregnancy. Do not take if you are manic depressive.
Irritability and insomnia may be side effects of this herb. |
| Method
of Use: |
Tablet, liquid extract
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| 1700 | Rhodiola Rosea Root c/s | pound | $21.00 |
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| 1700P | Rhodiola Rosea Root Powder | pound | $21.00 |
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Rhodiola is classified as an adaptogen.
Definition of adaptogen: Adaptogen is defined and limited by an
ability to affect the hypothalamic-adrenal axis in such a way as to
improve the body's ability to respond to stress to that axis meaning it
has a nonspecific ability to assist the body to withstand stress and
maintain normalcy even when threatened with pathological conditions. As
such it is similar to a number of other herbs including Siberian ginseng,
reishi mushroom, ginseng, codonopsis and ashwagandha.
Rhodiola both stimulates and protects the immune system by reinstating
homeostasis (metabolic balance) in the body. It also increases the natural
killer cells (NK) in the stomach and spleen. This action may be due to its
ability to normalize hormones by modulating the release of glucocorticoid
into the body.
It also has potent antioxidant properties. According to the information
sent Russian researchers have found that the oral administration of
Rhodiola inhibited tumor growths in rats by 39% and decreased metastasis
by 50%. It improved urinary tissue and immunity in patients with bladder
cancer. In other experiments with various types of cancer, including
adenocarcinomas, the use of extracts of Rhodiola Rosea resulted in
significant increased survival rate
Mechanism of Action:
Recent clinical research supports the energizing and anti-hypoxic effects
claimed by Traditional Chinese Medicine and Russian researchers. In the
1986 study by Kuruov it was concluded that Rhodiola extended life
significantly in states of hypoxia. Rhodiola exhibited this effect through
a lowering of arterial pressure, reduced heart rate and lengthening the
phases of cardiac contractions. (Kurukov 1986). Researcher Carl Germano
concludes that Rhodiola has the ability to rapidly normalize lactic acid
accumulation.
Increases physical exercise ability
- Dr L Utkin, a Russian botanist and nutritionist, demonstrated in the
early 1930's that Rhodiola root increased physical endurance. It is said
to help maintain energy levels and to increase strength and mobility.
Reduced recovery time - Rhodiola is believed to increase the levels
of the enzymes and proteins important to the recovery of muscle after
extensive exercise.
Stress - Rhodiola is said to possess mood lifting properties
because of its ability to optimise levels of serotonin, dopamine and other
neurotransmitters.
Sexual Health - Improved sexual function has been demonstrated in
men suffering from weak erections and/or premature ejaculation. Early work
has also shown that Rhodiola may be of use in women where the menstrual
cycle is absent.
Increases mental fitness - Extract of Rhodiola rosea has been shown
to increase attention span, mental performance, alertness and memory.
Cardioprotective - In a 1994 Russian study, Rhodiola rosea was
found to prevent stress induced by cardiac damage.
Debility - Symptoms of asthenia (literally a failure of strength)
are believed to be reversed by Rhodiola.
Rhodiola contains salidrosides, tyrosol, dendrolasin, safranal, 17 amino
acids needed by the human body, of which 7 can not be synthesized in the
body. It also contains 21 trace elements, a number of vitamins and various
volatile oils, alkaloid and flavones. These active elements are highly
potent and play very important biological functions. It is one of the best
gifts of nature that helps the body to adapt to different, especially to
adverse environments with its adaptogenic and bi-directional modulating
functions, discharging in case of excess and supplementing in case of
inadequacy, thus keeping the body in biologically healthy and balanced
condition.
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Please note: Definitions of
the following forms which are products are sold in.
| Powdered Concentrates |
5:1 Ratio of an herb in
Powder form. 100 gram container size.(3.5 oz)
This has been processed, and usually has dextrin added. |
| Powdered Herb |
This is the herb, root,
berry, twig, or any form of the herb, which has been Powdered into a
fine mesh which usually can be put into capsules. Most of the Powders herbs are in a 1 pound size, unless otherwise
noted. |
| Cut and Sift |
This the herb, root,
berry, twig, or any form of herb cut into manageable pieces. In
general about 1/4 thick. Size of herbs are 1 pound containers |
| Whole |
In very rare occasion
herbs are whole, for example the Reishi Mushroom,
Noto Ginseng, Mandrake, and Marigolds. Size of herbs are 1 pound
containers. If concerned please call. |
| Teapills |
These are small pills
which have already been formulated and made into small pills.
Usually the size of small peas. The teapills are swallowed whole.
The formula is usually based on Ancient Chinese Medicine. |
| Capsules |
Are Gelatin Capsules,
unless noted as vegetarian capsules. Please see each individual
product for further information |
| Tablets |
Are a hard tablet ranging
in various sizes. Please see each individual product for further
information |
| Extracts |
An extract is produced by adding alcohol to
an herb and letting the medium activate the components
of the herbs, as well as to preserve the herbs |
| Loose Leaf |
The herb is not in a teabag. It is
loose in the packaging. Sizes of the leaf vary from 1/4 inch
to 1 inch depending on herb and brand. |
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