Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea), sometimes called Arctic root or golden root, is an adaptogenic herb, meaning that it acts in non-specific ways to increase resistance without disturbing normal biological functions. The herb grows at high altitudes in the arctic areas of Europe and Asia, and its root has been used in traditional medicine in Russia and the Scandinavian countries for centuries. Today in Russia, rhodiola is used as a tonic and remedy for fatigue, poor attention span, and decreased memory. In some Scandinavian countries such as Sweden it is used to increase the capacity for mental work and as a general strengthener.

According to the Chinese tradition: tonifies energy, enhances immunity and harmonizes sexual activity.

For endurance, resistance and/or in case of mental and physical fatigue.

Ideal supplement to help overcome stressful situations, or situations which require mental effort, since Rhodiola ameliorates intellectual performance, concentration, perception and memory.

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It is important to remember that herbal formulas are intended to treat ailments, not "diseases" as understood in Western medicine. According to Chinese herbal medicine, disorders are the deeper underlying causes that can throw the body out of balance and can be the cause of all kinds of disorders.