Rhodiola Rosea

Combatting stress: Efficacy and safety of Rhodiola rosea and Ashwagandha reviewed

22-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

A review of preclinical studies and human trials concluded that Rhodiola rosea and Ashwagandha are both safe and effective in combating stress, but with differing mechanisms of action, their use in product formulation should be carefully considered based...

Mixed review for Rhodiola rosea and sports performance

13-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

Does Rhodiola rosea reduce fatigue and increase endurance during times of emotional and physical stress? The Cold War Russians thought so, administering extracts from the hardy Siberia-grown perennial to its high-performing astronauts, soldiers and Olympic...

Rhodiolife receives Non-GMO Project Verified seal

05-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

PLT Health Solutions has announced that its adaptogen ingredient Rhodiolife is now Non-GMO Project Verified.

Multi-ingredient supplement activates brain response to ease stress

21-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

A combination of magnesium, rhodiola, green tea and vitamins B6, B9 and B12 may reduce stress and pain perception in healthy individuals by triggering certain brain activity, according to a recent study.

Rhodiola rosea: Adjusting to life as an endangered species

29-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

The global demand for Rhodiola rosea – also known as "golden root" or "roseroot" – has been increasing steadily since the late 20th century, so much so that it now faces restrictions in international trade brought on by exploitative...

Jiaherb’s Rhodiola rosea receives CITES certification

04-Apr-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Jiaherb, Inc. has received it Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) certification for its Rhodiola rosea ingredient.

Expo West trend spotting with SPINS: Gummies, collagen, kids’ nutrition

20-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Natural Products Expo West 2023 is always a launch pad for brands, and this year had some notable new products on display. We walked the supplement aisles with Scott Dicker from SPINS to pick out some key trends, and comment on what we didn’t see.

Landkind announces GRAS status for biosynthesized salidroside

06-Jan-2023 By Hank Schultz

DoubleRainbow Biosciences subsidiary Landkind has announced self affirmed GRAS status for its LK-01 Pure Salidroside ingredient.

Rhodiola’s addition to endangered species list sounds note of caution for supply of popular botanical

16-Dec-2022 By Hank Schultz

The nomination of Rhodiola rosea as a potential endangered species via a CITES listing is the mark of a changing world, with botanical supplies threatened not only by climate change and geopolitical factors but also rapid shifts in market demand.

Rhodiola extract may support blood sugar management, metabolic health: Study

12-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Extracts from Rhodiola rosea may improve insulin resistance and metabolic activity in nematodes, says a new study from China.

PLT, Nektium make progress on Rhodiola cultivation

09-Nov-2022 By Hank Schultz

Progress continues to be made on a cultivated source of Rhodiola rosea that can ensure the supply of this popular botanical, partners in the venture said at SuppySide West.

NutraCast: Utilizing synthetic biology to preserve medicinal plants

28-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Some of our most important natural resources are being over-harvested and over-taxed. As a result, DoubleRainbow Biosciences launched Landkind to create sustainable versions of the world's most endangered ingredients.

Cultivated Rhodiola rosea extract ‘bearing fruit’ for Nektium

13-Oct-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Botanical ingredients supplier, Nektium, is transitioning from wild to cultivated Rhodiola rosea extract to secure the long-term sustainability of the natural, but increasingly scarce, adaptogen.

Biotech firm Conagen scales up high-purity salidroside production

03-Oct-2022 By Asia Sherman

Massachusetts-based Conagen has announced the commercial production of its 99% pure salidroside, harnessing the adaptogenic potential of the Rhodiola rosea plant through bioconversion.

Ingredient blend may boost attention and focus under stress: RCT

12-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of herbs, minerals and vitamins may improve attention, and lower anxiety under stressful conditions, according to two studies using Sanofi’s commercially available Teadiola product.

Bioengineered salidroside ingredient launches as part of extensive development effort

22-Jul-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new bioidentical ingredient has launched with DoubleRainbow Biosciences unveiling its LK-01 Pure Salidroside, which delivers the core activity of the popular botanical Rhodiola rosea.

‘Sleep and relaxation are still a white space’: Celesta CEO talks formulation opportunities

18-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Despite significant growth and consumer interest in products for sleep and stress management, the categories remain a white space, says the CEO of a new company exploring multi-ingredient blends to target multiple biological pathways.

Golden Root extract supplementation might improve sporting, exercise performance – systematic review

18-May-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

Supplementation with Rhodiola rosea (RR), also known as the Golden Root, might improve sport and exercise performance in active individuals, according to a new review.

Review highlights sports nutrition potential for Rhodiola

15-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Rhodiola rosea, an adaptogenic herb most associated with stress management and cognitive function, also has interesting potential for sports nutrition, says a new systematic review published in Frontiers in Nutrition.

Multi-component supplement may ease negative impacts of stress: RCT

01-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of magnesium with vitamins B6, B9, and B12 plus extracts from rhodiola and green tea may promote a relaxed state and reduce stress perception, says a new study from Europe.

Rhodiola supply: Experts call for control of international wild supply, recommend more cultivation

21-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Increasing demand for Rhodiola rosea L. – which is primarily from wild sources – is straining the global supply, and controls need to be introduced to monitor the trade of wild R. rosea, according to a new review.

‘Encouraging’: Preliminary study supports Rhodiola’s cognitive benefits

15-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements containing a Rhodiola rosea extract may boost mental speed and improve mental resources, suggests data from a pilot study from Germany.

Rhodiola there to support consumers' upcoming transitions

19-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

Rhodiola is one of the ingredients that stands to benefit from the need on the part of consumers to find new modes of living after the world finally comes out of the protracted pandemic, experts say.

Pilot study hints at potential of Rhodiola-Cordyceps mix for body composition benefits

21-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of Rhodiola crenulata and Cordyceps sinensis may enhance training-related body composition adaptions in young people, suggests a small preliminary study from Taiwan.

Project on Rhodiola verification provides example for industry, expert says

02-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

A recent project completed by branded ingredient supplier PLT illustrates how companies can fairly easily plug gaps in their botanical identification structure if they’re willing to expend the effort, an expert says.

Burnt out? Rhodiola rosea supplements may help, says new study

18-Aug-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements containing Rhodiola rosea extract may improve the symptoms of burnout, suggests data from the first trial to examine the effects of the botanical extract on this modern day condition.

Jiaherb adopts Rhodiola through ABC’s Adopt-an-Herb program

14-Jul-2017 By Adi Menayang

New Jersey-based Jiaherb, a manufacturer and supplier of natural and botanical ingredients, has adopted the plant Rhodiola rosea through the Adopt-an-Herb program by the American Botanical Council (ABC).

Creatine forms unlikely basis of new mood support product

14-Jan-2016 By Hank Schultz

A product formulator has plucked an ingredient from the pre workout space and is basing a new mood support supplement on it. The unlikely new star? Creatine.

Rhodiola rosea extract may improve anxiety, stress and mood: Human data

04-Nov-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily intake of a Rhodiola rosea L. extract may improve various measures of mood in people with mild anxiety, says a new study from England.

PLT and Polinat team up for ingredient development

02-Jun-2010 By Lorraine Heller

PL Thomas (PLT) and Spanish firm Polifenoles Naturales (Polinat) are pooling their resources to develop and market functional food ingredients in both Europe and the United States.

Ramazanov award to reward ethics and boost credibility

03-Jan-2008 By Stephen Daniells

Good science and ethical behavior of industry professionals are set
to be recognized by a new award that looks set to enhance the
credibility of the US dietary supplements industry.

Rosenroot moves into energy-boosting segment

03-Sep-2004

The herbal rosenroot, launched on Norway's supplements market this
year, may be set to rival sales of ginseng in the Nordic markets,
according to the producer Rosenrot.

Siberian tea: the next ginseng?

29-Jan-2003

Nutritional supplements company Enzymatic Therapy has introduced
Rhodiola Energy, a Rhodiola rosea extract based on the clinically
studied herb. Is this the next ginseng?

Popular herbs show oestrogenic properties - study

11-Apr-2002

Several popular herbal medicines have been found to have
significant oestrogenic effects, despite the fact that they are not
commonly used to treat gynaecological problems.