rhodiola root – Rhodiola rosea

Description

Rhodiola root is regarded as an adaptogen. It has been used for centuries in Russia and Scandinavia to counter the stressful effects of living at high-altitudes and cold temperatures can have on physical stamina and resistance to illness. It has also held a place of reverence in the traditional system of medicine in China, where the herb is known as hina h?ng j?ng ti?n.

Use rhodiola root powder in soaps, lotions, facial toners and other skin care formulas.
decorative The powder may be mixed with water to create a dye for cotton, wool and handmade papers, sometimes in combination with coffee, hibiscus or annatto.
culinary Rhodiola root powder is typically taken in capsule form, but it may be used in tisanes and tonics, or mixed into cooked foods.
industrial Rhodiola root powder should not be taken longer than 6-12 weeks. This herb may interfere or with several prescription medications, including immunosuppressants, antihypertensive drugs, antidiabetes drugs, P-glycoprotein substrates and CYP2C9 substrates. Do not use in conjunction with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), anti-anxiety medications or other psychotropic drugs unless under the supervision of a prescribing physician. Avoid during pregnancy and lactation.