Evidence supporting the use of: Rhodiola sacra
For the body system: Adrenal Cortex

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Rhodiola sacra, closely related to Rhodiola rosea, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Tibet and China, where it is often used to enhance endurance, reduce fatigue, and promote resilience to physical and mental stress. Its use in support of the adrenal cortex is based on the broader tradition of employing adaptogenic herbs to help the body cope with stress, which is believed to reduce strain on the adrenal glands responsible for producing stress hormones like cortisol. While there is substantial ethnobotanical and historical usage as an adaptogen, scientific studies specifically validating Rhodiola sacra’s direct effects on adrenal cortex function are limited. Most available research focuses on Rhodiola rosea, which has shown some promise in reducing fatigue and improving stress resilience in clinical studies, but direct evidence for Rhodiola sacra’s impact on adrenal hormones or adrenal health is lacking. Therefore, its use in supporting the adrenal cortex is best categorized as traditional rather than scientifically validated, and the strength of evidence remains modest.

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