Scientific Evidence That Proves Rhodiola Rosea To Be An Effective Nootropic

Rhodiola Rosea an Adaptogenic Herb meaning that it helps the body neutralize chemical imbalances. Rhodiola Rosea (RR) is known for its ability to decrease stress, anxiety and fatigue. It also helps improve cardio and strength training when mixed with caffeine. Rhodiola Rosea is a completely safe natural stimulant.

1. The Effects of Rhodiola rosea L. Extract on Anxiety, Stress, Cognition and Other Mood Symptoms

• The study examined the effects of Rhodiola rosea L. extract on anxiety, stress, cognition, and mood symptoms
• The results showed that the group receiving the Rhodiola rosea L. extract experienced significant reductions in self-reported anxiety, stress, anger, confusion, and depression after 14 days
• Also showed improvements in their mood
• Rhodiola Rosea was well tolerated and considered safe
• Gradual and specific changes in psychological measures suggest that it was working and not due to any placebo effects

2. Rhodiola rosea L. Improves Learning and Memory Function: Preclinical Evidence and Possible Mechanisms

• This study analyzed 150 studies revolving around the effects of Rhodiola Rosea
• It was found that Rhodiola Rosea had positive effects on learning and memory function in animal models
• The review showcased that Rhodiola Rosea can enhance learning and memory function, including its antioxidant properties, improvement of circulation

3. Stress management and the role of Rhodiola rosea: a review

• The paper you described discusses the effects of Rhodiola rosea L. extract on anxiety, stress, cognition, and other mood symptoms
• Rhodiola Rosea (RR) shows positive effects in mitigating and reducing chronic stress, chronic fatigue, and burnout

4. Rhodiola rosea: A Possible Plant Adaptogen

• Rhodiola rosea, a plant extract, has positive effects on various aspects of our well-being, particularly when it comes to dealing with stress
• Rhodiola rosea seems to work differently from other adaptogens by affecting our brain chemicals and receptors
• Rhodiola shows promise when it comes to acute and chronic stress
• Taking a single dose before experiencing stress can improve our function and prevent stress-related issues (exams, first date, talking in front of the whole entire class (why do professors make us do that?))
• RR effects our brain chemicals and endorphins making it advantageous when consumed and faced with unexpected adn short term stressful situations
• Rhodiola rosea may be beneficial for conditions characterized by imbalances in brain chemicals, this gives evidence towards potentially helping conditions such as: depression, schizophrenia, seasonal affective disorder, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome
• Rhodiola rosea could be explored as an anticancer agent, potentially working in conjunction with certain medications
• Rhodiola rosea is most clearly useful for a condition called asthenia, which occurs when we are overwhelmed by acute or chronic overwork (LITERALLY describing students...)
• Asthenia is responsible for a decline in work performance, sleep disturbances, poor appetite, irritability, high blood pressure, headaches, and fatigue. 

5. Rhodiola rosea in stress induced fatigue — A double blind cross-over study of a standardized extract SHR-5 with a repeated low-dose regimen on the mental performance of healthy physicians during night duty

• All patients completed the study without any adverse effects
• After taking Rhodiola Rosea as supplementation for 2 weeks patients saw a significant improvement in total fatigue mesasured
• Previous clinical trials with Rhodiola rosea products have demonstrated psycho-stimulating, tranquilizing, and antidepressive effects
• Various studies have shown the stimulating effect of Rhodiola rosea on mental work capacity and its anti-depressant properties
• The use of adaptogens like Rhodiola rosea in normal working conditions  (students) to combat non-pathological stress (your typical school stressors) could be highly practical
• To summarize the study summarizes RR's ability to combat fatigue especially related to stress (Or that feeling when you are so stressed that you just want to take a nap)

6. Rhodiola rosea: A Versatile Adaptogen

• The study discusses the medicinal properties of Rhodiola Rosea
• People use Rhodiola rosea to boost their nervous system, reduce depression, enhance work performance, combat fatigue, and prevent sickness at high altitudes
• Rhodiola rosea is an adaptogen, meaning it helps the body resist stress and maintain balance

7. Rhodiola rosea

• The study found that Rhodiola rosea root extract effectively improved symptoms of neurasthenia, such as fatigue, irritability, and sleep disturbances
• This suggests that the extract can be a safe and effective treatment for patients with neurasthenia

8. Synergistic Effect of Rhodiola rosea and Caffeine Supplementation on the Improvement of Muscle Strength and Muscular Endurance: A Pilot Study for Rats, Resistance Exercise-Untrained and -Trained Volunteers

• STUDENT-ATHLETES LISTEN UP!!! This is why Boost Coffee can be effective to drink before any sort of activity.
• The study found that taking Rhodiola rosea along with caffeine for 30 days improved physical performance in both rats and volunteers who were new to resistance exercise. This included better grip strength, increased levels of EPO (a hormone important for performance), higher dopamine levels, and improved oxygen consumption
• Caffeine helped release dopamine and other neurotransmitters, which reduced fatigue and improved athletic performance. RR and caffeine group had an increase of 12.65 % in dopamine
• Participants had a better oxygen consumption rate, which indicates improved aerobic capacity or cardio and physical performance
• Volunteers had a better performance taking a combination of RR and caffeine than either supplement alone. This included improving performances by increasing bench press strength and deep squat strength
• This combination worked together to enhance exercise capacity. It increased hemoglobin production (blood cells that carry oxygen) and increased the release of dopamine which improved muscle recruitment (retrieving the muscle needed to complete exercise) and reduced fatigue
• The study suggests that both individuals without exercise experience and those who are experienced in resistance exercise can benefit from RR and Caffeine supplementation

9. Does Rhodiola Rosea Possess Ergogenic Properties?

• This study focused on reviewing other published studies revolving around Rhodiola rosea, I will discuss the findings from these studies 
• Petkov et al. (24), rats showed improved learning and long-term memory after ingesting 0.10 mg of Rhodiola rosea extract
• Spasov et al. (28) found that Rhodiola rosea extract improved motor skill test performance and academic exam scores in medical students
• Rhodiola rosea extract reduced mental fatigue and increased well-being
• Shevtsov et al. (27) found that a single dose of Rhodiola rosea extract improved capacity for mental work and reduced fatigue and stress
• Rhodiola rosea has been suggested to influence neurotransmitters, transport of neurotransmitters, and the synthesis and activity of certain substances in the brain

10. The Effectiveness of Rhodiola rosea L. Preparations in Alleviating Various Aspects of Life-Stress Symptoms and Stress-Induced Conditions—Encouraging Clinical Evidence

• RR extracts are used to manage asthenic conditions, including work decline, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and more
• The extracts act as adaptogens to increase the body's resistance to stress and have cognitive and emotional benefits
• Clinical trials have supported the effects of RR extracts on mental performance, stress symptoms, and quality of life
• The extracts have been shown to improve physical fitness, neuro-motoric functions, and reduce fatigue and anxiety in students and cadets
• RR extracts have shown promise in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and generalized anxiety disorder
• The extracts possess anti-depressive activity and may have a more favourable risk-to-benefit ratio compared to conventional antidepressants
• RR extracts have been used by athletes to enhance physical work capacity, improve endurance, and speed up recovery
• Human studies have shown that RR supplementation can enhance resistance training performance and improve endurance exercise performance