Golden Root – worth its weight in gold?
The root of Rhodiola rosea (also known as rose root or golden root) has been used and highly valued primarily in the Far East, China, and Siberia, but also in Europe—for example by the Vikings and, according to many records, by Greek physicians as well.
A bit of history
The plant has a very long history. Traditionally, it was used to restore physical and mental stamina and to reduce feelings of hunger. According to the earliest written records, even the Vikings cultivated and traded the Golden Root plant. In later periods, Soviet physicians successfully used it in the physical and mental preparation of athletes and astronauts.
What does golden root help with?
Cardiovascular system:
It may help maintain normal circulatory functions, thereby ensuring the supply of oxygen and nutrients to cells. In this way, it contributes to the health of the cardiovascular system and thus to normal blood pressure.
Digestion:
It may support stomach and intestinal health and help normalize the functions of the digestive system.
Nervous system:
It helps the body adapt to emotional stress and physical strain.
It helps stimulate the nervous system.
It may have a beneficial effect on stress-related headaches and fatigue.
It may have a positive effect on sleep difficulties, normal appetite, and reduced work performance.
It helps stimulate cognitive abilities.
It may help improve mood.
Performance:
Golden root may contribute to normal blood circulation, which is linked to brain performance and reaction speed.
It may contribute to optimal mental and cognitive performance.
It may help the body adapt to emotional stress and physical strain.
It may help stimulate the nervous system.
It may have a beneficial effect on stress-related headaches and fatigue.
Physical performance and condition:
Golden root may help enhance physical stamina.
