1. Rhodiola has been shown to improve concentration, focus and memory, and reducing symptoms of fatigue. In vitro studies of rhodiola rosea extract suggest that rhodiola rosea stimulates the reticular activating system and raise the levels of brain-calming chemicals, such as dopamine and serotonin. Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that makes you feel calm and happy. And dopamine is the one usually depleted in the prefrontal cortex of children with ADHD.

2. Rhodiola also helps with moderate depression and generalized anxiety. The active compounds, Rasavins and salidrosides are responsible for the antidepressant and anxiety-calming effects. Rosavins and salidrosides also stimulate epinephrine and norepinephrine production. These hormones promote a feeling of happiness and a sense of well-being.

3. Rhodiola rosea protects brain cells against oxidative injury; helps balance the stress-response system by preventing the excessive release of stress hormones like cortisol

Be sure to let your physician know you plan to take rhodiola as it may interact with some of your prescription medication as it does influence the monoamine oxidase. This is especially true if you take any MAO inhibitors.

Rhodiola is most useful for junior high, high school, and college students who have to complete long papers and spend hours reading. It can be too stimulating for young children and is occasionally beneficial in children ages eight to 12.

Always start on a small amount and slowly increase to a dose that is controlling your symptoms and comfortable with you, even if it means you are not at the recommended dosage.

Doses above 600mg per day are not recommended as these dosages have not yet been adequately studied, nor have they proven clinically useful.

Just like ginseng, rhodiola should not be taken for a prolonged period as it may lose its effect with prolonged use. Take a break every 1-2 months.

Ok, there you have it…

I hope you find this information helpful. Let me know what you think and comment below.

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