http://www.earthclinic.com/Supplements/rhodiola.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Supplements/rhodiola.rss Rhodiola Cures and Little-Known Side Effects as Reported by Our Readers on Earth Clinic, Your source for Natural Remedies! Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:19:14 EST en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SA_34913 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss1 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:55:51 EST [WORKED TEMPORARILY] Brittany from Erie, Pa Usa writes: "I began taking a rhodiola supplement in 300 mg per day. It has not worked miracles, but it seems to help with stress and anxiety by promoting concentration and mood regulation. I seem desensitized to stress but at the same time focused, but sometimes to the point where I am withdrawn and placid, the effect I hear some anti-depressants have. Furthermore, if I stop taking it for even one day, the aches and pain, the impatience and anxiety return in more their usual force. I get the shakes and extreme irritability if I skip taking the herb. Rhodiola does not give me energy the way it effects some people, but it subdues my stress response which allows me to be more productive. I do not think this herb is for me, however; I think it would work better for an athlete or someone who lives in a city and walks places, someone who can take full advantage of the physical adaptogenic qualities. I will try Ashwaganda and hope it subdues less and uplifts more." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_33162 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss2 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:18:26 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Bee from USA writes: "I tried Rhodiola for the first time, and really hoped it would lighten my mood. I am also currently tapering off Paxil, down to 10 mg from 20 mg. The withdrawal is physically and mentally a struggle, and unfortunately the Rhodiola seemed to greatly worsen my anxiety. I felt like I could not sit still and was overly sensitive, emotional and distressed. My abdominal muscles were so tight I felt I could not take deep breaths. I can only attribute this change to Rhodiola, as I have been at this half dose for about a month and things were getting better. I am trying magnesium and tyrosine now. Also, before tapering I started on 5-htp 100mg and that was helping. I still hope to find some combo that allows me to get rid of the constant and emotionally draining anxiety, as well as the persistent down mood as it's taking over my life. But I don't want to be stuck forever on prescription medicines, as I worry about long-term effects." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=MC_30422 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss3 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:40:50 EDT [YEA] Sixfurlongs from Corona, Ca. writes: "rhodiola with 3% of rosavin two to four per day, results clear mind, reduces anxieties, balanced attitude better sex drive, increases stamina and fights the blues. I take it with 50mg. of zoloft no interaction and helps the side effect of sex. I find it the better the quality the better the results." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_29397 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss4 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:26:10 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Ruser from New York, NY writes: "manic episode on rhodiola... Hi, i am a psychologist reporting that a client of mine who worked her way up to 600 mg of Rhodiola wound up feeling agitated, "out of her mine" chopping at ther hair, and ultimately got arrested in a department store for shoplifing. she describes confusion at the time and persevaritive thoughts. I have consulted with some psychiatrist friends of mine who indicate the drug might potentiate a manic or hypomanic episode. does anyyone else have any info to report on this matter? Thanks." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=MC_26465 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss5 Sun, 10 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Patricia from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada writes: "I've been taking Rhodiola for 5 weeks and have increased energy and have lost about 15 pounds that I have been struggling with for the last 5 years. I have had breast cysts that have disappeared and my memory has definitely improved. 6 weeks ago I attempted to climb the 7 flights of stairs to my condo when the elevator was out. I had to stop and rest at each floor. Today I take the stairs instead of the elevator without stopping at all. When I started taking Rhodiola, my daughter had told me about it but I didn't know much about the herb only that it would give me an energy boost that I really needed. The only negative factor that I have experienced is insomnia, so now I make sure that I don't take the herb after about 3pm. I take 2 - 250 mg per day. One in the morning as soon as I get up with 10 oz of warm distilled water and the juice of 1/2 freshly squeezed lemon, and one around 3pm at my work breaktime with lots of water." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_25406 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss6 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Diana from Arlington, VA writes: "I have been taking Nutrilite's Rhodiola 110 for about a month now (take twice a day) and I found that after two weeks of taking it, my period stopped. I thought I might have been pregnant after being 2 weeks late and took 5 pregnancy tests - all negative. So, I am now almost 6 weeks late on my period and not pregnant, so I would have to say after reading others' feedback, that my missed periods and subtle cramping is due to taking this pill. Although it gave me great energy, it has altered my cycle and put me through some stressful weeks." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=HT_24054 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss7 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Paola from Lugano, Ticino/Switzerland writes: "Rhodiola for Hashimoto Disease: Thyroid: I have been taking Russian-Rhodiola for a week now, 300g in the morning. I'll see my Doctor tomorrow, as I am also under pills for my thyroid, and I would like to replace thyroid chemical pills (Levothyroxine sodium - thyroid hormones) with rhodiola's cure, let's see what he's going to tell me. I feel definitely better, from the first day. I used to be chronically tired, now not anymore. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=BREAST_23977 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss8 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Susan Cole from Beverly, Ma. writes: "I have cysts in my breasts and was having xrays at hospital done and they made my left side breast cyst burst . The pain was very bad and I went looking for natural cures and found Rhodiola rosea and one capsules stopped the pain . I took it every day from that time on to now. I use only natural cures now and eat natural foods only" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RER_23630 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss9 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST [QUESTION] Bev from Long Beach, CA/USA writes: "Hi All; I love this website. I am interested in making the Rhodiola Elixir as seen on Oprah/Dr. Oz using 80 proof vodka. Has anyone made this? I can't find the recipe anywhere. And where would I get the pure Rhodiola Root to use in this elixir? Thanks for all your help. Bev" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RF_22246 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss10 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST Diana from London, England writes: "hi, I have read all your comments on Rhodiola - in England, we have brands like Solgar and Viridien who sell the Standardised Rhodiola Root Extract (1% salidrozid, 40% polyphenols) 250mg, Rhodiola Root Powder 100mg - I am hoping this is Siberian but have no way of knowing. Any advice? I have been using for 4 days but only expect to see a difference after 10 days according to Viridien. I have to say that I have loads of energy in the last couple of days- I have 2 small children and a big house to keep tidy. I may try taking the herb at night after 10 days if i dont see a marked difference (improvement) in my sleep. Thank you all for sharing your info. Diana" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RF_22130 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss11 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] J Phil Murray from Longmont, Colorado writes: "Rhodioloa has been very helpful to me but also has some problems-- First, I have chronic adrenal exhaustion and also hypoglycemia. Rhodiola helps me with both problems. I am also anxiety prone and Rhodioloa usually helps that but sometimes makes it a little worse (although I have a pretty good recovery from anxiety using self-help techniques). I have recently been taking a higher dose which does not work as well for me. It increases my emotional sensitivity, gives me slight headaches and also makes me slightly irritable. What I have been doing in the last few days is to take an aspirin with the second pill (I take one pill an hour before breakfast and the second pill between 11:00am and 11:30am an hour before lunch, so I'll take an aspirin at lunch to offset the headache). At lower doses, it doesn't have these side effects for me so I will try that again soon. Also I really prefer Jiagulan which has the same benefits but is less overstimulating. This is not medical advice however and I encourage anyone using any herbs to carefully research all side effects and contraindications before trying anything. You have some people who are very close-minded about herbs, I don't agree with those folks, but you also have people who are blindly positive about herbs and will take anything without thinking or on the smallest snippet of information. These folks are irresponsible. Herbs can help but can also be dangerous. Do your homework THOROUGHLY before taking." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=STRESSFATIGUE_20287 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss12 Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Richard from Tallahassee, Florida writes: "Rhodiola completely eliminates feelings of depression and sadness. I feel happy and content for the first time in many, many years. I feel like a normal person must feel. Great, great stuff." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_18790 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss13 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Mary from London, UK writes: "I took Rhodiola Rosea- Each one-a-day capsule contained 250mg standardised Rhodiola Rosea root extract (1% each rosavins, salidrozid and polyphenols) and also 130mg Raw Rhodolia Root powder. I bought these after internet research from a reputable vitamin company, mainly for an energy lift and adrenal support following a period of chronic stress. I didn't expect to experience any results for a week at least but have stopped taking this after only 3 days because of a marked change in mood - feeling depressed, irritable and very tired. Foggy, negative thinking. Eye irriation and head ache. I was not previously depressed. I am a skeptical person and wary of attributing these effects to R.Rosea after such a very short period of time, but I have no other explanation than to consider this a negative reaction to the herb. Disappointed and concerned, this was not at all what I expected." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_18703 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss14 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Joy from Toronto, Ontario writes: "I took Rhodiola for two days and the pain in my joints was terrible. I stopped taking it. I started again 3 weeks later and had the same effect. It also worsens my fibromyalgia. I have taken Rhodiola on 5 occasions. I like how it helps increase my clarity of thought and focus, nevertheless I must always discontinue use because of the pain." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RF_18079 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss15 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT [WORKED TEMPORARILY] Ruth-Ann from Bellmawr, NJ writes: "Greetings! First, I so thank you for the wonderful gift of this site. It has been of immense help to me during various times. I wanted to write in to tell of my experience with Rhodiola Rosea. I absolutely love this herb. I get mine from Mountain Rose Herbs (great place) and it is usually about 300mg of non standardized powdered herb. I have tried the new chapter organics one and didn't feel any different. Anyway, when I take the mountain rose herb one, I really feel a great noticable difference....calmer, more alert, but at PEACE. My only concern is that this effect does not last for me. I will have this for about a week and a half and then no further effect is noticed until I stop taking it for a month and start again. Anyone else experience this? I feel it is a wonderful tool to use." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDE EFFECTS_17400 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss16 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Louise from NSW, Australia writes: "I started using Rhodila Rosea 500mg after reading how it increases energy. I started taking 1 capsule 1/2 hr before breakfast and it made me VERY tired. I then tried 250mg (1/2 capsule)...same effects...so I diluted 1 500mg capsule in 250 ml water and took 50ml equalling 100mg and I still get tired (not as much) but very moody. My sister gets the same effects as I do." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_14891 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss17 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] David from Portland, Oregon writes: "For about six months I've been taking Rhodiola (Rosavin Plus standarized 3% Siberian Rhodiola rosea, RosaFactor 300 mg.) for depression and fatigue. For some weeks now I have been suffering headaches, eye irritation, and general tiredness. I have also had some heart arrhythmia. My doctor can find no other cause of these symptoms and recommends that I stop taking this herb and see if there is improvement. I will report what happens and would like to hear from others who may have had negative side-effects to Rhodiola. DJW" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_13433 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss18 Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Sally from Birmingham, England writes: "i've been using the Rhodiola for a few days, but only one a day. I read the post about someone taking two close together and feeling restless and jittery, and i've been feeling a bit like that. Does that mean i shouldn't take it at all? Also, my husband has tendonitis in shoulder, any natural remedies. He is taking a capsule of msm; hydrocloride glucosamide; and bought a some turmeric but only used that once or twice. Someone mentioned Black strap molasses for arthritis, would that work? i have some in cupboard. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ENERGY_13361 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss19 Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Chris Bates from Derby, England writes: "I'm on rhodiola rosea rosavin. very important, been on this for 3 years now. it's a miracle. I'm 46, work 12 hour days plus sat morning. Up at 430am, back home 700pm every night, working in hot laundry. adaption rate is every day. I just get stronger every day, stress easy to cope with, I could go on all day. I'm so happy. I'm paid the minmum wage, but that's not important. I know at the end ov the day that I will be stronger the next day. more people need to know about this supplement." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ANXIETY_13082 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss20 Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Barbara from Minneapolis, MN writes: "Works within an hour. I have outrageous anxiety. Glad I found this web site for an herbal remedy." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SKIN_13100 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss21 Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Anonymous from Simi Valley, California writes: "Rhodiola Feedback: I take 8 grams a day at night before i go to sleep for skin lightening effects. I started on a high dosage a month ago and never had any side effects. I'm 18, have a history of acute asthma, mild depression, tiredness, and get migraines. When I take it without food, which i usually do, it makes my heart race a little and it is hard to focus. I sleep fine, and wake up earlier. I wouldn't take it in the morning or before doing anything exciting or mentally demanding. My skin feels amazingly soft, but i haven't noticed any lightening." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=STRESSFATIGUE_11726 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss22 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Mary from Newport News, VA writes: "Wow! Where do I start. I have been obsessed with your website for a couple of months now. It started when I was looking for an alternative to visiting a Dr. yet again for recurring UTI\'s and yeast infections. Well, that was easy. I started using Borax, Sea Salt, and I started oil pulling. These of course gave me more benefits than just no UTI\'s, or yeast infections. This has been an expensive venture. I am constantly browsing natural food stores, and have used several other remedies. My sunuses are amazingly better, and I think one of my favorite discoveries here is VCO. I am a youthful looking 49 year old. But I have always had very oily skin and have fought acne my entire life. I started washing with Baking Soda, using a ACV toner and following with VCO. No more acne. NONE! I bathe in Borax and Epsom Salt and use VCO as a moisturizer. My cellulite is going away. And, the rest of my skin seems to be doing an age reversal. I have a lot of sun damage for years in the sun in my youth in California. And the main reason I am praising this site; after having such amazing results from all I have listed so far. I was given the courage to stop taking my antidepressants. I have clinical depression. One of those things that runs in the family. I was convinced that I would be on antidepressants for the rest of my life. There was no way I was going to risk feeling like I remember feeling. I started lowering my dosages (I was taking Wellbutrin and Zoloft without any noticable side effects). I purchased some Rhdiola, and just waited to see what would happen when I stopped completely. Keeping the Rhodiola handy for when/if I needed it. Last night I was really edgy. I was very crabby with my kids (I got a late start here and have three at home, ages 15, 13 & 8) until one of them asked me about my medications, and I realized where I was. Later I found myself on the verge of tears for no good reason. I took my first Rhodiola this morning, and within a few hours knew I was feeling better. I took another one before lunch, and I cannot believe how good I feel. IT WORKS! I never would have believed anyone would get me off my medications. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU! And I\'m sure my kids thank you. Now I will be looking for the 5htp." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=STRESSFATIGUE_10899 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss23 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Sara from West Palm Beach, Florida USA writes: "I took this for fatigue, stress and a bit of low mood. I took it for 2 months and noticed I wasn't tired anymore and could deal with things more. I finally had energy to do things that I didn't before . Caffeine didn't work because I believe I stressed out the adrenals. I really noticed that this worked when I stopped taking it for a week to cycle it. Back to being tired and not wanting to do much. This herb has given me my life back. It sounds cliche, but it's true. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=STRESSFATIGUE_10904 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss24 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] RR from Vancouver, Canada writes: "Rhodiola is amazing! I\'ve been taking rr for about 6 months with fantastic improvements. I suffer from major anxiety/stress disorder, minor depression, was taking effexor xr for 5 years prior to this wonderful herb..the effexor caused me to gain 35lbs, made me sweat heavily, and actually gave me more anxiety, the sweating is still a problem, but is getting much better since taking rhodiola, almost gone, except when i get really anxious - socially, i start to sweat from my head/face..which is pretty dam embarrassing..DONT TAKE EFFEXOR! as this never happened before even with the anxiety i had. Since taking rhodiola and stopping the effexor..i\'ve lost the 35lbs that i gained..alot faster then iv\'e ever lost weight before...so YES..it does help you lose weight..as long as you exercise hard and eat reasonably healthy. I dont eat that great, still eat pizza,wings, and drink beer occasionally. Just cut that deep fried food..mcd\'s etc to a minimum. EXERCISE is the key to losing weight with this herb, although when i took a break from working out...i still dropped a couple pounds. Thanks to rhodiola, i\'m almost back to my old self, except for this lingering little bit of anxiety. rhodiola works best with other herbs, acutally makes those other herbs work better then if u were to take them alone. My stress is so dramatically reduced, i almost feel normal again. I\'m currently on the search for the best combination to combat this left over anxiety issue, looks like i\'ll try 5-htp as people seem to have success with this combo. I\'ve been using the Arctic Root brand, from proactivebio, and currently trying out the Ameriden brand..just google ameriden..you\'ll find it...apparantly its from Siberia where this root was first discovered. And as far as i know..you cannot grow it properly here, the active compounds will not be present if grown here, needs that cold arctic condition to grow properly. U have nothing but to benefit from taking this herb. I\'m getting my whole family on it now! and usually takes about 2-3 weeks before you really notice the effects!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=DOSAGES_10921 /Supplements/rhodiola.rss25 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Coach from USA, USA writes: "Rhodiola at low doses will give a stimulatory effect and at higher doses of the higher quality 5% Rosavins Rhodiola will give you a calming effect."