herb
Rhodiola
An adaptogenic herb (arctic root) standardized to rosavins and salidroside. Supports stress resilience, mental performance, physical endurance, and reduces fatigue under demanding conditions.
What it’s good for
Rhodiola for Lack of Focus
Solid4 studies · 2 supporting · 0 against
8 safety notes
Steadies your stress response and supports the brain chemicals that hold attention.
Dose: 200–400 mg
Tested as: standardised Rhodiola rosea root extract SHR-5
Rhodiola for Afternoon Energy Crash
Solid4 studies · 2 supporting · 0 against
8 safety notes
Helps your cells recycle energy and smooths the cortisol dip that causes the slump.
Dose: 200–400 mg
Rhodiola for Poor Memory
Solid3 studies · 1 supporting · 0 against
8 safety notes
Steadies your stress hormones and supports the brain chemicals memory depends on.
Dose: 200–400 mg
Tested as: Standardized extract SHR-5 (SHR/5) of Rhodiola rosea L. rhizome, one tablet daily for two weeks during night-duty shift
Rhodiola for Low Stamina
Solid3 studies · 2 supporting · 0 against
8 safety notes
Helps your body recycle energy faster and use oxygen better during exercise.
Dose: 200–400 mg
Tested as: Rhodiola rosea SHR-5 extract (specific standardised extract; not generic root or powder)
Rhodiola for Stress
Evidence2 studies · 1 supporting · 0 against
8 safety notes
Switches on your body’s adaptive stress response and stops stress draining your mood chemicals.
Dose: 200–400 mg
Tested as: Described only as 'standardized R. rosea extract' in the abstract; specific brand, extraction method, and standardisation not confirmed (full text paywalled); this trial measures depression (HAM-D, BDI, CGI), not stress