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2009
High Quality
Rhodiola rosea and stress-induced catecholamine and cortisol responses: a randomized controlled trial
Olsson EM, von Scheele B, Panossian AG
Published in Planta Medica
Methodology
Randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial of standardized Rhodiola rosea extract in adults with stress-related fatigue, measuring cortisol response and fatigue scores.
Key Findings
Rhodiola reduced burnout-related fatigue and blunted the morning cortisol response versus placebo.
Conclusions
Rhodiola modulates the stress-axis output that drives sustained catecholamine activation.
Limitations
Single trial; short duration; fatigue measures subjective.
Supplements Studied
Rhodiola Rosea
Herb
Rhodiola reduced burnout-related fatigue and blunted the morning cortisol response versus placebo.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2009
Sample Size:60
Duration:4 weeks
Quality Score:7/10
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