Rhodiola Extract

Rhodiola Extract is a premium extract powder of Rhodiola rosea, the golden root, carefully crafted to preserve the integrity of its natural constituents. It is meticulously sourced and free from artificial additives, and it is the form of rhodiola we use in tea: a spoon of extract stirred into hot water rather than a long simmer of tough root. Offered in 5g, 10g, 20g, 30g, 50g and 100g.

At a glance

• Premium extract powder of Rhodiola rosea, the golden root, free from artificial additives
• Sold as a whole-plant concentrate, no standardized percentage on the label
• Carries rosavins (cinnamyl glycosides unique to R. rosea), salidroside and tyrosol
• The form of rhodiola used in tea, a spoon stirred into hot water
• A morning herb, can be felt within an hour, judged over a week
• Offered in 5g, 10g, 20g, 30g, 50g and 100g

The herb. Rhodiola rosea is a fleshy-leaved perennial of the stonecrop family, Crassulaceae, growing in the cold, rocky ground of Siberia, Scandinavia and the high Arctic. Its thick root smells of roses when cut, which gives the species its name, and it has a history stretching back to the Viking era, when it was prized as an adaptogen for hard work in a hard climate.

Active content. Rhodiola resin is sold as a whole-plant concentrate rather than a standardized percentage, which is why no alkaloid figure appears on the label. The extract carries rhodiola's characteristic pairing, which users describe as clear and even.

• Rosavins: the cinnamyl glycosides unique to R. rosea and the marker used to identify true golden root, associated with the lifted, energizing side of the plant
• Salidroside and tyrosol: salidroside carries the steady, grounding side of the plant

Dosage, first time. Stir a small measured amount into hot water as a tea in the morning, on an empty stomach or with a light breakfast. Rhodiola can be felt within an hour, but judge it over a week of mornings rather than a single cup.

Regular use. People who know their response take the same amount each morning and keep it there. It is a morning herb, taken late it can keep you up. Take a break every few weeks to reassess.

What to expect. Users describe a clear-headed, energizing evenness that holds up through a demanding day, more stamina than stimulation, with no crash. It suits early mornings, long workdays and training blocks. It is not an evening herb and not a caffeine substitute. It pairs well with our Ginseng Root Extract Powder.

Side effects. Documented effects include jitteriness, dry mouth, dizziness and trouble settling at night when taken late or in larger amounts. Reduce the amount or take it earlier, and stop if discomfort continues.

Interactions and cautions. Consult a professional before use if you take antidepressant medications, stimulants, medications for blood sugar or any medication. Not for use if pregnant or nursing.

Ingredients and storage. Rhodiola root extract (Rhodiola rosea), free from artificial additives. Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark place, the powder absorbs moisture if left open.

Common questions

• How do I make tea with Rhodiola Extract powder? Stir a small measured amount into hot water in the morning, it dissolves and tastes lightly bitter and floral.
• Should I take rhodiola extract in the morning or at night? Morning, since it is energizing and can keep you up if taken late.
• What are rosavins in rhodiola? Rosavins are the cinnamyl glycosides found only in Rhodiola rosea and the standard marker that a golden root extract is authentic.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Rhodiola is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.