http://www.earthclinic.com/Supplements/rhodiola2.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Supplements/rhodiola2.rss Rhodiola Cures and Little-Known Side Effects as Reported by Our Readers on Earth Clinic, Your source for Natural Remedies! Mon, 13 Feb 12 04:06:25 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RF_72477 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss1 Fri, 27 Jan 12 10:51:02 -0600 [YEA] Celloslola from Chester, Va writes: "I have taken Rhodiola daily for the past 7 years. When I had a high-pressure job, it helped me to stay calm and organized through the multi-taskings I had to do. My daughter is a stay-at-home mom with a 2 year old. I purchased a bottle for her. I have a full-time job, family, and also go to school. My memory isn't what it used to be and neither is my patience. I won't go a day without taking this. Friends of mine thank me for encouraging them to purchase Rhodiola. It's wonderful. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=BUY_71769 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss2 Thu, 19 Jan 12 14:55:15 -0600 Carolyn from Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada writes: "Pertaining to the following paragraph: You should buy only Rhodiola of Russian origin with key active components of Rosavin, Rosarin and Rosin. Be careful -- in the USA, Rhodiola rosea formulas sold as "Tibetan" Rhodiola or Chinese Rhodiola contain no active components. These formulas lack the key ingredient Rosavins while they are high in Salidroside. Supposedly, only Rhodiola from West and North Siberia contains the critical components of Rosavin, Rosarin and Salidroside. What are the names of the Russian products and where can they be purchased? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=DEPRESSION_70975 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss3 Tue, 10 Jan 12 10:23:33 -0600 Ella from Flint, Flintshire writes: "I was first introduced to this herb in 2005 for depression, with excellent results the first time in my life I felt alive. The store closed and I haven't been able to find any other rhodiola that works for me they either send my anxiety levels way too high or I suffer from deliberating headaches. I am not sure if the fillers cause problems or the rhodiola is not good quality, I would love to feel alive again please can anyone help. Is there a difference between rhodiola rosea and rhodiola rosea root extract? I have bought both in the past but nothing worked like the stores own brand I tried in 2005. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ENERGY_70149 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss4 Thu, 29 Dec 11 17:44:32 -0600 Melody from Pine Valley, Ca writes: "Rhodiola was prescribed for me by a naturopathic doctor in a la di dah clinic in La Jolla, CA, for helping my adrenals. It is an adaptogen that lowers or raises your cortisol levels depending upon what's needed. I noticed an increase in energy as soon as I started taking it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=MC_67561 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss5 Wed, 23 Nov 11 14:20:24 -0600 [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Jennifer from Sunrise, Fl, Usa writes: "Rhodiola is one of the best supplements in my product arsenal!! It has helped me tremendously with my depression, physical stamina, fatigue, anxiety, and with my skin. I suffer from Hashimoto's thyroiditis and have very low energy reserves. One of the biggest problems that I had was that I could barely get through the day without taking a nap. In addition, although I exercise every day, I had to exercise at night because after 30 minutes of aerobic exercise, I would be completely wiped out (if I could get through 30 minutes at all). After taking rhodiola (and oil pulling) every day, I noticed that I no longer needed to take a nap during the day anymore. Since taking rhodiola and oil pulling, I feel alert, energized, and refreshed all day - After 6 years of suffering with low thyroid, I finally feel like a "normal" person again. The difference in my physical stamina is just incredible. I feel like I can accomplish almost anything physically - now I can run for 30 minutes with extra energy to spare! Another wonderful benefit is that rhodiola is great for your skin. I take it with vitamin E and now my acne-prone skin is much clearer, even-toned, and has a wonderful "glow". The only side effect/drawback of rhodiola that I experiencd was with my anxiety. At first, rhodiola really helped me with my mild anxiety, but after a few weeks, my anxiety became very severe to the point where I was starting to get panic attacks and a constant feeling of dread, so I discontinued use. (I had the same anxiety "rebound" problem with 5-HTP and Acetyl L-Carnitine when I was taking those too). Now, I take a teaspoon of ionic magnesium citrate every day, which has cured my anxiety. With the magnesium, I can finally take the rhodiola again without any anxiety problems. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=DEPRESSION_66622 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss6 Tue, 08 Nov 11 01:06:54 -0600 [YEA] Allie from Fullerton, Ca writes: "Rhodiola is my new miracle cure. I have suffered severe chronic depression and fatigue for decades. I began this supplement about three weeks ago, and I feel like a new person. Better than any of the multitude of anti-depressants I have ever tried--and no side effects. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ENERGY_66462 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss7 Fri, 04 Nov 11 20:50:11 -0500 [YEA] Kenny G from Las Vegas, Nevada, United States writes: "Yes I have taken Rhodiola 110 manufactured by nutrilite for good number of years now. I have found it's the most effective energy boost I can take without coffee or Redbull or Monster energy drinks. I have more stamina and mental clarity when I need it without the crash. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ENERGY_66010 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss8 Thu, 27 Oct 11 17:36:10 -0500 [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Marilyn from Belleville Ont, Canada writes: "I like AOR rhodiola and it does give me a lot of energy and stamina in my exercise classes. But I do always have a low grade headache that makes me feel out of sorts. I also am annoyed with companies that claim Asian Rhodiola is the same as Siberian as there is a massive difference. I have absolutely no effect from Asian Rhodiola. Over all a very good herb but you should cycle this from time to time. Take a few days off a week for instance. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ENERGY_65872 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss9 Tue, 25 Oct 11 14:12:49 -0500 [YEA] Anne from Moncton, New Brunswick writes: "I've heard Rhodiola mentioned by Dr. Oz on his show & the great things associated with it. I have just started taking the capsule a few days ago & WOW! I have increased energy & stamina, my mental alertness has increased and I feel great. I have been working shift work for almost 20 years now and feel the effects of it on my body. Taking Rhodiola has given me a little boost just where I need it! I think it's great! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SE_64584 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss10 Wed, 05 Oct 11 09:48:19 -0500 [WARNING!] Mark from Nottingham, Uk writes: "I was taking Rhodiola Rosea 250mg standardised to contain 1% salidrosides. One in morning, one at lunch. I hadn't heard about the stimulating effects of this and took it for 3 months and had awful anxiety attacks. It wasn't until I found this site that I stopped taking it and my anxiety attacks stopped. It doesn't say the origin of the root extract on the label. In short be very careful with this herb, introduce it gradually and monitor the effects. Perhaps I needed a higher dose but the label said max 2 capsules. If I ever considered this herb again I would purchase a higher quality one. Begs the question 'How do we really know what's in it?' " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=GF_61334 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss11 Tue, 16 Aug 11 00:10:41 -0500 Evan from Boulder, Colorado writes: "The dose is everything with Rhodiola. Low doses are stimulatory, raising dopamine/norepi levels. High doses are (paradoxically) sedating, raising serotonin levels. To make things more complex, each brand has a different potency and source, so the amount in milligrams is not the only indicator of strength. If you want to get serious about trying Rhodiola, you need to try different brands. I have tried three (Planetary Herbals, Thorne, and NSI), all have different effects. I also want to add that Rhodiola should be seen as something you take in times of stress, not something you should plan to take every day for months at a time. I can personally only take it every other day, even during stressful times. The medical literature includes one case study of a woman who had a complete recovery from depression with daily dosage of Rhodiola over many years, but everyone has different genetic, environmental, and dietary factors. You have to experiment to know what works for you, and since it's something you should only take when you're stressed, you might provoke a negative reaction. So be careful, Rhodiola is powerful and can have negative effects, but it can also be a lifesaver in times of persistent stress and anxiety. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_59714 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss12 Tue, 19 Jul 11 15:50:03 -0500 [SIDE EFFECTS] Diane from Vernon, B.c., Canada writes: "Rhodiola: Was prescribed by naturopath. Fine for a couple of weeks. Noticed now have symptoms similar to too much caffeine. She prescribed it for stress, thinks it's my adrenals. Should I discontinue? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=BUY_58076 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss13 Sun, 19 Jun 11 19:20:11 -0500 Jj22vv from Mobile, Alabama writes: "I am trying to find where I can buy the RHODIOLA ROSEA in the correct form & place of origin. I really need something for energy. I'm anemic & have no energy. HELP PLEASE. ~tanx, jj22vv " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=GF_57888 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss14 Thu, 16 Jun 11 22:13:12 -0500 Michele from San Francisco, Ca writes: "I have been taking it for a few days. The brand I take is by Gaia. Is that a Russian strain or Tibetan? It doesn't say on the bottle. It does say it has a formula of Rosavins 12mg "validated full spectrum profile". So far it's hard to tell what it does for me. I heard about it on Dr. Oz. I need a bit more energy during the day to take me through the eveings so I can excercise when I get home. I am overweight so reading that it helps to break down fat was incouraging! I haven't noticed jitters, just alertness that is similar to drinking green tea. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=GF_56583 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss15 Fri, 20 May 11 17:44:43 -0500 Chris from Shelby, Nc writes: "I would to ask you a question about rhodiloa rosea extract.. I want to know if (energy 28 or Morenaturalenergy pills) have caffeine in it? as brand they said they don't have caffeine in it.. They brand " no caffeine" I have an irregular heart.. but I read somewhere they warn that they could have some caffeine in it.. Because of Rhodiloa rosea extract.. They have some caffeine it.. But they label " no caffeine" on any bottles.. Please tell me the truth. Thank you, Chris " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=MEDICATION_55222 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss16 Fri, 22 Apr 11 11:05:21 -0500 Ronni from Wilton, Ct writes: "A friend of mine gave me a bottle of rhodiola and after reading about how wonderful it is, I am a little nervous about taking it because I am on effexor and ritalin not to mention blood pressure meds and cholesterol meds. Has anyone tried it while still on these kind of meds? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_53356 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss17 Thu, 10 Mar 11 10:31:45 -0600 [SIDE EFFECTS] Larry from Bloomington, In writes: "I experienced malignant hypertension with a small dose over a one month period." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RF_52698 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss18 Mon, 21 Feb 11 13:45:48 -0600 Chela from Grants Pass, Oregon writes: "I TAKE 100MG FROM NEW CHAPTER AND FEEL MORE CALM, LESS HUNGRY AND MORE ENERGIZED. I RECOMMEND TO START WITH LOW DOSES" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=RF_50091 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss19 Thu, 23 Dec 10 11:17:23 -0600 Michele from Newburyport, Ma writes: "The best brand of Rhodiola rosea I have been able to find with 4% rosavin & 2% salidrosides is by a company called Kare-N-Herbs and the product is Energy Kare. I found out about it when I was shopping at my local Vitamin Shoppe." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ANXIETY_49906 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss20 Sun, 19 Dec 10 09:48:38 -0600 [YEA] Denyse from Orillia, Ontario Canada writes: "I began taking rhodiola 2 weeks ago, I am a 49yr old women I think I was losing my mind I was unable to sleep or should I say I was unable to stay asleep I was always so tired every morning and all day long, So I went online looking for somrthing to help but I wanted to keep it natural, I am a recovering addict I have not used for 3 and a half yrs so I do stay away from anything that is not natural. Anyways wow at 1st I shrugged it off but now I kno this stuff really works and works well, I would say that u should only take this in the morning as it will keep u awake I take 500mils every morning and I find this to be perfect. This is the 1st time I have shared my info with anyone I was excited to share with others in the hopes others will feel as good as I Peace And Blessings. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_47804 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss21 Sat, 23 Oct 10 16:55:43 -0500 [SIDE EFFECTS] Karen from Wayne, Patr writes: "I took 100 mg Rhodiola (containing 3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides) by Pure Encapsulations and it made me wired. I read on your post that you can take 1500 mg for a calmer effect. Are there any studies to show if that is safe or do you know any information about that? I would like to try." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_47632 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss22 Wed, 20 Oct 10 09:40:39 -0500 M from Miami, Fl Usa writes: "Hello, I have just started taking Rhodiola (250 mg)two days ago. I started taking it based on the findings that it increases energy and may promote weight loss. It has only been two days now, but I notice that I am feeling very sluggish and tire earlier than usual. I also started taking Grapeseed (380 mg) for pre-hypertension two days ago as well. Does anyone have any idea if either of these tend to cause lethargy and sluggish behavior as a side effect? I will stop taking one at a time to see which one is causing this. If anyone has any feedback regarding similar effects it would be appreciated. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=GF_47545 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss23 Sun, 17 Oct 10 17:59:05 -0500 Carol from Matthews, Nc writes: "I read the article on warnings about purchasing "Tibetan" Rhodiola or Chinese Rhodiola. Do you know where the Russian origin or West or North Siberia Rhodiola is sold? Thank you." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=MC_47226 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss24 Sat, 09 Oct 10 20:40:50 -0500 [YEA] Robert from Sedona, Az writes: "I've been taking this for only a week and have noticed increased energy, alertness, and better sleep patterns. I take 500mg standardized in the a.m. first thing on an empty stomach." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Supplements/rhodiola.html&name=ANXIETY_46194 /Supplements/rhodiola2.rss25 Mon, 13 Sep 10 22:50:38 -0500 [QUESTION] Matt from Ireland writes: "Hello I just began taking a combo of rhodiola and 5-htp for anxiety and depression. But I recently purchased a more potent rhodiola root by yarrow 500 mm online. And it said on the bottle not to be taken for anxiety so I'm confused as to what I should do?"