NOW Supplements, Rhodiola 500 mg, 120 Veg Capsules

This supplement has worked very well for me. I believe I have been in the depths of burnout for some time now after rigorous schooling, working a full time job and doing a ton of volunteer work that is physically and emotionally taxing while also dealing with underlying anxiety as well. I have found Rhodiola to give me more mental clarity, energy and improve my mood. I started taking 1 pill a day in the morning and felt the change immediately. After a couple days I starting getting jittery with it so I started cutting the dose in half, taking one part in the morning and the second part early afternoon. I have been able to cut my coffee consumption in half without any rebound headaches as well. Anyone interested in taking this definitely do your research because everyone reacts differently. Make sure, even with the increased energy, you are still pacing yourself and resting bc that will just make exhaustion/burnout worse in the long run. I think I will finish this cycle with the Rhodiola but will try Asian Ginseng next because I have heard it has more health benefits than Rhodiola while also being energizing.

Started taking this because apparently “adaptogenic herb” sounds better than “I am one minor inconvenience away from moving into the woods.” Easy capsules, no weird taste, and so far no urge to become a monk or start cold plunging at sunrise. Do I feel transformed into an unbothered mountain warrior? No. Do I feel slightly better equipped to deal with emails, traffic, and people who stop walking in the middle of doorways? Possibly. Either way, it’s cheaper than therapy and takes less time. Five stars. My stress is still here, but now it has competition.

I’ve been taking NOW Rhodiola 500 mg daily for a few weeks. In terms of stress reduction, I haven’t noticed a big change. My tolerance might already be on the higher side. However, I have seen a clear improvement in my sleep experience. When I take it close to bedtime, I remember my dreams much more vividly and even have spontaneous lucid dreams without extra practice. This wasn’t the effect I initially wanted, but it has been an interesting and enjoyable surprise. The capsules are easy to swallow, and the bottle arrived sealed with a fresh smell. Pros: Easy-to-swallow capsules with clear labels Noticeably better dream recall and lucid dreaming when taken near bedtime Non-jittery with no digestive issues for me Cons: The stress-relief effect is subtle for me; results may vary Taking it near bedtime can make dreams intense if you’re not used to that

At first I didnt think it was doing much. Was taking one a day, later tried adding a second and didnt notice any benefit from taking a 2nd one around lunchtime. After 3-4 weeks, I was sure it was helping my mood & concentration. Then, after about 6-7 weeks on it, I felt it might not be working as well as it did.(pooping out) Then i read that one is not supposed to say on any adaptogen for an extended period of time. That breaks are a good idea. So I ordered Ashwagandha, got it today and started it today at roughly 1/2 of the capsule.(Wanted to start slow) My goal is to keep my mood up and keep my brain fog from returning. I think the brain fog came from years on Statins and I stopped them a few months ago. Brain fog improved. Of course, my cholesterol could be skyrocketing and I could have a heart attack or stroke. Trying to eat oatmeal on a much more regular basis now and will ask my Dr if he wants to put me on Niacin or something. When I swtiched to Rhodiloa, it was from Triple Energy Gingseng which was more stimulating but it was starting to become too stimulating and it interfered with my sleep. RR was less stimulating and didnt bother my sleep while still keeping my mood up. My hope is Aswagandha keeps my mood up. And if it helps with my sleep, thats a bonus. Oh, I bought NOW brand for both. Its a brand I trust for quality & value. Even puritons pride buy 1 get 2 free sale with free shipping is a higher cost per mg. I mostly took RR one per day upon waking up on an empty stomach. ------ Update...after taking some time off Rhodiola & trying it again, I can notice an effect more than when I was taking it everyday. My first bottle is almost out and I am trying to decide if I should order another prior to running out. UPDATE2 RR seemed to be too activating for me causing a little anxiety so I tried taking roughly 1/2 of a capsule and I think I like the smaller dosage better. I had a large pack of empty gel caps and I just try my best to put roughly half in each. (But they are different size gelcaps so its hard to tell.) I will say that more is not always better with RR. Noticed one side effect, I wake up with dry mouth the next day.

This is the first Rhodiola supplement I've tried. I picked NOW because of the reviews here, and because I've generally been pleased with their products in the past (though I am not exclusively loyal to their brand when purchasing supplements). Out of all the supplements I've tried in recent years -- and there have been many -- this seems to have had the most noticeable positive impact on my daily mood. I have always been a pretty moody person, and being in a high-stress profession while having some struggles in the sleep department seems to exacerbate those issues. Many days I just don't feel great and, while I press on, having an upbeat disposition can be challenging. Since I've been taking this supplement, however, I've noticed I have more "energy" for engaging with others and just generally have a more "cheery" demeanor, without any sort of stimulant type feeling. What I have learned about supplements is everyone responds differently -- but, for me, this has been a godsend and one of the few supplements I insist on taking every day.

I've been taking Rhodiola, on and off, for over twenty years. After reading many, many articles about it and its adaptogenic properties, including some in the National Library of Medicine, I decided to try it. I was feeling tired with little energy for anything and tried to pinpoint the cause. Some kind of vitamin deficiency? Thyroid problem? Granted, my work situation and commute, like for many people, could be stressful. Started taking it and realized that I no longer was tired or stressed. I felt "normal." And that's what this supplement does for me - it makes me feel "normal." In other words, I don't feel like I'm taking some kind of stimulant, or anything for that matter. I don't feel like I've taken anything - just have the feeling of not being tired. As an added bonus, it appears to help me with sleep, too. So, here's a thumbs-up for Rhodiola. There's definitely something to it. I have recommended this my friends, and they have reported also that there's a definite uptick of energy and well-being, but not like a cup of coffee. The well-being sneaks up on you and you don't realize you've taken anything; you just feel good! Update for 2024: I stopped taking Rhodiola for about six months. After that time period, I decided to take it again, but made the mistake of buying another brand (which I won't mention here) that did not work as before with the NOW supplement. It made me jittery and in a bad mood. MMmm ... stopped taking it and went back to "old faithful" - the one that had worked for so long, originally starting maybe 15+ years ago - NOW Rhodiola. Suffice it to say that it's working just fine. I feel "normal" again and not tired and dragging. Exercise came much easier and sleep has again vastly improved. Well, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. I should have never gone with the other brand, which was a little cheaper. Cheaper doesn't, as we know, mean better!

High quality supplement for stress and depression support it also improves my memory and mood.

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finished the jar but no change

The bottle arrived with only 33 of the 120 capsules inside. It was sealed so there was no sign of tampering but I could immediately tell it was almost empty before even opening the seal. I counted them to be sure and yes, 75% missing. This discrepancy was super noticeable, but if that could slip through QC then what else does…

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Been using since a long time.

素晴らしい商品です。