Rhodiozen© is a product of choice in these times when the effects of stress on health and quality of life are clearly recognised. Stress affects 9 French people out of 10 according to OpinionWay. We developed Rhodiozen© to maintain normal physical and mental well-being in the long term.
Origin of Rhodiozen©
Rhodiozen© is derived from the iconic Rhodiola rosea L. also called “golden root” or “roseroot stonecrop”. The name “rhodiola” comes from the Greek rhodos meaning “rose” due to the rose-like smell emanating from the root.2
The Rhodiola is a very hardy plant endemic to the mountainous regions of Central Asia and Northern Europe. It is used in infusions for its stress-relieving effects, to stimulate the immune system, and to improve the body’s physical and mental faculties.3.
A plant with adaptogenic properties
Rhodiola rosea L. contains very important molecules such as rosavins and salidroside. The latter is the source of Rhodiola’s antioxidant properties. Indeed, Rhodiola is one of the so-called “adaptogen” plants, as it simply adapts to the needs of the body.
In 1947, the Russian scientist Nicolaï Lazarev defined the term “adaptogen” as “a substance capable of inducing in an organism a non-specific state of heightened resistance to counteract stress signals and adapt to an extraordinary effort.”
At least 140 active compounds have been isolated from the root of Rhodiola, which could have interesting properties, in particular rosavins and salidroside, which are responsible for the antioxidant and adaptogenic properties of Rhodiola.3 Contrary to stimulants, adaptogens are known to increase cognitive and work abilities.4
Like Rhodolia, Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus L.) and ginseng (Panax ginseng CA Meyer) are also plants known for their adaptogenic properties.5
From the 1960s, the first clinical studies were conducted in Russia to prove Rhodiola’s health benefits. But it didn’t really arouse the curiosity and interest of French consumers until after the year 2000.
Rhodiola rosea L. is best known and used for counteracting stress due to its ability to improve the body’s natural resistance to various physical or mental stressors.3 A study1 showed that when taken regularly by students, Rhodiola rosea L significantly improves their general well-being and reduces their mental fatigue. In another study on 60 subjects suffering from “burnout”, taking Rhodiola rosea L daily had an anti-fatigue effect and thus improved concentration capacity. Levels of cortisol (stress hormone) also decreased significantly when taking Rhodiola rosea L.6.
Which galenic forms are suitable for Rhodiozen©?
Rhodiozen© can be used in different galenic forms: Capsules, tablets, sachets, powders, etc.
To conclude on Rhodiozen©, it is :
- A unique source of Rhodiola rosea L to use in your innovative formulas
- A product titrated and standardised to 3% rosavins & 1% salidroside
- A comprehensive Plant Order file is provided including Annex III
- 12 health claims awaiting a decision by the European Commission
- The ideal ingredient for your formulas promoting physical well-being and/or cognitive health
1. Spasov A.A. et al. . Phytomedicine,2000;7(2):85-89
2. R. P. Brown, P. L. Gerbarg, The Rhodiola Revolution: Transform Your Health with the Herbal Breakthrough of the 21st Century, Rodale, Nov 2005, 288 pages.
3. Amsterdam JD, Panossian AG. Phytomedicine. 2016 Jun 15;23(7):770-83. doi: 10.1016/j.phymed.2016.02.009.
4. Lazarev NV, 1947. 7th All- union Congr. Physiol., Biochem., Pharmacol. Medgiz, Moscow p. 579 [Article in Russian
5. Reflexion paper on the adaptogen concept, European Medicines Agency, Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products, 2008
6. Olsson EM, von Schéele B, Panossian AG. Planta Med. 2009 Feb;75(2):105-12.
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