Rhodiola rosea for physical and mental fatigue: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials
Ishaque S, Shamseer L, Bukutu C, Vohra S
Published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Methodology
Systematic review of randomized placebo-controlled trials of Rhodiola rosea for fatigue, mood and mental performance.
Key Findings
Some trials reported reduced fatigue and improved drive, but methodological quality was low and results inconsistent.
Conclusions
Rhodiola may reduce fatigue-related loss of motivation, though the evidence base is weak.
Limitations
High risk of bias; varied extracts and dosing.
Supplements Studied
Trial quality was low and results inconsistent, so efficacy for fatigue could not be confirmed
Outcomes Measured
Trial quality was low and results inconsistent, so efficacy for fatigue and self-rated performance could not be confirmed
Trial quality was low and results inconsistent, so efficacy for fatigue could not be confirmed
Study Details
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