In Russia, Rhodiola rose has been used for centuries to increase physical endurance and cope with the freezing cold Siberian climate. It is also commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine, [11] where it is known as hóng jǐng tiān. One four-week study in 60 people with stress-related fatigue looked at its effects on quality of life and symptoms of fatigue, depression and attention. Participants received either 576 mg of rhodiola or a placebo pill daily.
Due to its adaptogenic properties, rhodiola is believed to help alleviate fatigue.
One four-week study in 60 people with stress-related fatigue investigated its effects on quality of life and symptoms of fatigue, depression and attention. Each participant received either 576 mg of rhodiola or a placebo pill daily.
It was discovered that rhodiola had a positive effect on fatigue levels and attention, compared to the placebo. (12)