NutraChamps Rhodiola Rosea Capsules [120] Rosavin Plus Salidrosides | Rhodiola Rosea Extract Supplement | 300mg Vegan Pills | Rhodiola for Energy, Stress Relief, Mood Support and Focus

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As stated in review of Peruvian Naturals Maca Powder I am constantly searching for things that might enhance the well being of my life and that of my family and friends. And, on May 13, 2018 while reading reviews for products I was considering I read something about Rhodiola helping folks handle things like stress and jet-lag.Most of the reviews I read were positive, such as: One written by an emergency room worker, and one by someone who got much improvement with jet lag as a result of Rhodiola. I figured if it could help those folks, it would probably be able to help my husband too.REASONS I CHOSE NUTRACHAMPS RHODIOLA:1) There is only one thing listed for “Other Ingredients” – “Vegetable Capsule.” Several years ago I learned from our then family practice doctor (a medical doctor who practiced functional medicine) to limit the amount of “Other Ingredients,” and to stay away fillers, especially things like “Magnesium Stearate.” As a result, if a product can’t meet this criteria, no amount of endorsement or low cost will get me to buy it.2) NutraChamps made it clear what the product might do on the front of the label: A) Relieves Stress. B) Boosts Focus & Mood. C) Optimizes Energy & Stamina. All things my husband desperately needed.3) There were lots of pictures, which I could hover over and read the fine print.4) Some of the labels included: Non-GMO & Made in the USA. Things that are important to me.5) I liked that the bottle contained 120 capsules. Since not everyone recycles I think this packaging will result in less garbage in landfills.6) I liked that they have “Subscribe & Save,” because I hoped that it would work for my husband and I could then reorder through this method.With so many positives it seemed like a no brainer to me. I thought if my husband added this Rhodiola to the other adaptogens he had been taking since April 2018 that he would get much quicker relief from the anxiety and depression that he had been battling for years. (For anyone who might be wondering, no, he has never taken any medication for the anxiety and depression; we do not take prescribed medicine unless absolutely necessary.) So far, it seems to be working.FOUR ADAPTOGENS HE IS CURRENTLY TAKING:RHODIOLA (started mid May 2018):1) Help depression.2) Improve brain function.3) Help with stress.ASHWAGANDHA (started April 2018):1) Improves thyroid function.2) Relieves adrenal fatigue.3) Combats stress and anxiety.4) May reduce depression.MACA POWDER (started May 6, 2018):1) Rich in antioxidants.2) Enhances energy, mood and memory.MORINGA LEAF POWDER (started about mid May 2018):1) Provides anti-oxidants.2) Stabilize mood.3) Balances hormones.4) Increase immune function.According to Dr. Josh Axe, “…an ‘adaptogen,’ is a name given to certain herbs, plants and natural substances that help the body naturally adapt to stressors like a busy schedule, demanding job or illness.”MY HUSBAND’S RESULTS THUS FAR TAKING ALL OF THE ABOVE ADAPTOGENS:Since my husband started taking all of the above adaptogens we have both noticed a definite improvement in his ability to handle the stressors in our lives. Several times he has even commented to me that he recognizes how much better he is able to handle certain things that once stressed him out. To me, it’s as if he can see & think more clearly now. I am so grateful for these adaptogens; they’ve put a spark back in my husband.Wishing you all the best in your quest.Namaste.

Writing this to caution folks not to make my mistake. Fully understand how supplements function in your body; not just the rosy claims on bottles and naturopathic websites.Rhodiola, for instance, is an MAOI. MAOIs can be dangerous with a large number of prescription medications and even other supplements, as I experienced when the brand of ZMA I normally take was unavailable, and I switched to a brand that included 5-HTP (precursor to serotonin) in their formula. The combination of the two raised my serotonin to the point that it caused heart palpitations in the form of frequent and ongoing PVCs (premature ventricular contractions).My doctor had me on a portable heart monitor for two weeks to figure out what was going on, and the only reason we cracked it is because I ran out of the ZMA because of a shipping delay, and after a few days without it, the palpitations began to taper off. I guinea-pigged myself once the shipment arrived, and briefly began taking them again. Once the palpitations returned, I stopped and luckily, my old brand of ZMA was back in stock.I have also stopped taking Rhodiola at this point, as my doctor prescribed a medication that is contraindicated for MAOIs. It did seem to help ever so slightly when my mood was at rock-bottom, but any MAOI would do the same, as they were one of the original anti-depressant drugs before SSRIs came along. Definitely don't combine those!The main problem for me is that I had read a fair amount about Rhodiola before ever taking it, but nothing I had read mentioned that it's an MAOI until I was specifically searching each of my supplements for contraindications related to heart issues. So, make sure you know, and this is one good reason to make sure your doctor is aware of all supplements you take, regardless of how benign they may seem.