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Swedish Herbal Institute Vitacost SHR-5 Rhodiola Rosea Extract Review

Vitacost SHR-5 Rhodiola Rosea Extract is a standardized herbal supplement designed to support the body's response to stress and fatigue, commonly used for its adaptogenic properties.

Product Focus: Adrenal SupportAlso graded for:MoodEnergyAlso covers:BrainHormones
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Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary

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This product gives 700 milligrams of Rhodiola extract a day, which is the 400 milligrams that in studies, so it is a dose. study measured adrenal function directly, but placebo-controlled trials looked at stress and fatigue, which is what adrenal support usually aims at. …

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Review Totals and Summary

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252 reviews · Vitacost 82 · Harristeeter 33 · Metromarket 33 · Kroger 33 · Fredmeyer 22 · Qfc 22 · Smithsfoodanddrug 22 · Amazon 5

Vitacost SHR-5 Rhodiola Rosea Extract has built up a fairly and reputation among users from a variety of web retailers. reviewers mention purchasing this supplement to with managing daily stress or to enhance energy levels, and say it fits seamlessly into their wellness routines. …

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Biohacker Summary

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The common reason is stress, with mentioning cortisol, steadier mood and focus; others take it for muscle endurance, fatigue during hard workouts, energy, sleep, or support during menopause. One panelist suggests starting with 150 mg in the morning and another takes 300 mg before focus , while the same panelist who cited 150 mg also notes some studies tested up to 800 mg. …

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RAL Summary

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Rhodiola at a dose stress and fatigue in placebo-controlled trials, the largest with 543 people, and the morning stress hormone rise in one trial, though study measured adrenal function directly.

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MembersBody systems · Combine with · Possible side effects

Body systems: Nervous system, Endocrine system. Combine with and possible side are for members.

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Supplement Facts

Rhodiola Extract supplies 21 mg rosavins, 7 mg salidrosides 700 mg
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 2 capsules
Servings Per Container 60
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Total Carbohydrate1 g<1%
Rhodiola Extract (root) supplies 21 mg rosavins, 7 mg salidrosides700 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other ingredients: MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE, VEGETABLE STEARIC ACID AND VEGETABLE MAGNESIUM STEARATE.

Directions: 1 capsule per day

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Where to Buy

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Graded October 23, 2026 by the Reverse Age Lab evidence engine, from human studies, real reviews and our biohacker panel. How we grade. Is this medical advice? No. Rala organizes the published evidence; go over any change with your doctor, especially if you take meds.