Rhodiola rosea (Golden Root)

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1. What is Rhodiola rosea?
2. How is it meant to work?
3. Does it work?
1. 3.1. GAD
2. 3.2. Other Anxiety Disorders
4. Are there any risks?
5. Recommendation
6. References

What is Rhodiola rosea?

Rhodiola rosea is a plant that grows in cold regions of the world, such as the Arctic and high mountains. In some parts of the world, it has been used as a traditional remedy to cope with stress. Extracts of the plant have been marketed under the brand “Arctic Root”.

How is it meant to work?

This is a traditional remedy that is supposed to increase the body’s resistance to stress. However, the mechanism by which it might work is not understood.

Does it work?

GAD

One study looked at the effects of Rhodiola rosea in ten people with GAD. They were given a daily dose of 340mg for ten weeks. After this time their anxiety symptoms were reduced. However, the study was small and there was no comparison with placebos (dummy pills).

Other Anxiety Disorders

There is no evidence on whether Rhodiola rosea works for PTSD, social phobia, panic disorder, specific phobias or OCD.

Are there any risks?

The study above reported only mild side effects including dizziness and dry mouth.

Recommendation

There is not enough evidence to say whether Rhodiola rosea works.

References

Bystritsky A et al. A pilot study of Rhodiola rosea (Rhodax) for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 2008;14:175-80.

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