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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
More 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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