Organic Rhodiola Extract, 50 ml

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The Arctic adaptogen for energy, clarity, and emotional resilience

Rhodiola rosea is often called the boreal adaptogen, a hardy plant that thrives in extreme northern and high-altitude regions such as Siberia, Tibet, and Scandinavia. Plants that survive harsh climates tend to develop remarkable protective compounds - and Rhodiola is a perfect example of this natural resilience.

Traditionally used for centuries across northern cultures, Rhodiola has been valued as a tonic for strength, endurance, and mental sharpness. Its roots carry a bright, uplifting quality that makes it one of the most energizing adaptogens, especially helpful during periods of mental fatigue, heavy workload, or low motivation.

Our organic hydroalcoholic extract is made from Rhodiola roots cultivated in the Tibetan mountains, processed through a slow cold percolation to preserve their full potency. This concentrated 1:3 extract delivers a clean, steady rise in energy - smoother than caffeine - while supporting mood balance and the body’s natural stress response.

More information

Adaptitude is a French brand specialized in organic adaptogenic plant and mushroom extracts, produced in Brittany. Their mission is simple: help the body better adapt to stress, regain energy, and support overall resilience with high-quality, easy-to-use herbal extracts.

What makes Adaptitude unique is their strong local approach. Whenever possible, they cultivate plants in Brittany and work in close partnership with local growers to ensure freshness, quality, and ethical sourcing. Their extracts are made from carefully selected organic plants and fungi, transformed in Quimper (Finistère).

Adaptitude uses traditional hydroalcoholic extraction methods, combined with gentle modern techniques such as cold percolation and ultrasound extraction when needed. This allows them to capture a broad spectrum of active plant compounds while preserving the integrity of the raw material.

Every product is certified organic and made in small batches with a deep respect for nature, people, and plants - offering you a trustworthy adaptogen range rooted in both tradition and modern herbal know-how.

Usage tips

Daily dose:
1–2 droppers per day

Best consumed in the morning to fully benefit from its invigorating and stimulating effect.
Its natural, slightly pink aroma pairs perfectly with a morning tea or herbal infusion.

Drawing from northern herbal traditions and modern holistic practice, Rhodiola is known for helping with:

• Energy & vitality

Rhodiola supports stable, sustainable daytime energy. Many people find it helps them feel more awake, more motivated, and more capable of handling demanding tasks - without the jitteriness of stimulants.

• Mental clarity & performance

This herb has long been used for focus, concentration, and quick thinking. It’s popular among students, athletes, shift workers, and anyone who needs clear mental function under pressure.

• Emotional resilience

Rhodiola has a tonifying effect on the nervous system. It helps the body regulate stress hormones and bounce back from emotional or physical strain.

• Physical endurance & recovery

Historically, it has been used by mountain peoples and Arctic communities for stamina, improved oxygen use, and quicker recovery after exertion.

• Mood lifting support

Some holistic practitioners describe Rhodiola as having a naturally brightening effect, helping lift the heaviness of fatigue-related low mood or “brain fog.”

Rhodiola is activating rather than calming - perfect for mornings, for focus sessions, or for those who thrive with a little extra spark.
It is not a sedative herb; instead, it encourages flow, productivity, and alertness.

🌿 Rhodiola has long been valued in many traditional cultures, and while it isn’t a herb tailored specifically to women, its adaptogenic nature supports several areas that are central to women’s well-being. From energy and mood to emotional resilience and mental clarity, Rhodiola offers gentle yet meaningful support across different phases of a woman’s life.

🌿 Emotional resilience & stress balance

Women often carry many roles at once, and Rhodiola’s greatest strength lies in its ability to support emotional steadiness and stress tolerance. It can ease the kind of fatigue that comes from mental overload - something many women experience at work, at home, and during hormonal transitions. By supporting the stress response, it helps restore a sense of grounded clarity in demanding periods.

🌿 Energy & motivation during fatigue

Traditionally, Rhodiola has been used to support low energy, lack of motivation, cognitive fog, and feelings of overwhelm. These patterns often appear before menstruation, during postpartum exhaustion, and especially throughout perimenopause.
Instead of pushing the body like caffeine, Rhodiola offers a clean, steady rise in energy, helping women feel more capable and focused.

🌿 Mood support

Many women describe Rhodiola as gently “brightening,” especially when emotional heaviness is tied to tiredness or stress. It is not sedating - rather, it supports a clearer, more uplifted state of mind. This can be particularly helpful for PMS-related mood dips, emotional fluctuations during perimenopause, or during phases of burnout.

🌿 Hormonal transitions

While Rhodiola is not a direct hormone-regulating herb, it supports the HPA axis, which influences how the body manages stress and adapts to hormonal shifts. When stress hormones stabilise, it often becomes easier for other systems to find balance.
Women often use Rhodiola during perimenopause (for fatigue, focus, and steadiness), postpartum (when appropriate), and for PMS-related brain fog or fatigue.

🌿 Physical endurance & recovery

Women with active lifestyles or physically demanding routines often appreciate Rhodiola for its support of stamina, oxygen use, and recovery. These benefits aren’t gender-specific, but they are particularly valued by women navigating full schedules and high daily demands.

🌿 When Rhodiola may not be ideal

Because Rhodiola has a gently stimulating nature, it may not suit:

- women who feel very anxious or “wired-tired”

- those who struggle with insomnia (unless taken only in the morning)

- very sensitive constitutions who respond better to calming herbs like ashwagandha or tulsi

Rhodiola shines brightest for women who feel exhausted, foggy, overwhelmed, or unmotivated - providing a morning uplift without strain.

Quality

- Extraction by slow cold percolation , respectful of the active ingredients.
- Dried roots of Rhodiola rosea grown at high altitude in Tibet.
- Concentration 1:4 , guaranteeing a powerful and balanced extract.
- Water and organic grain alcohol.

Composition

Ingredients (per 2 pipettes - 2 ml): Rhodiola ( Rhodiola rosea ) roots: - additives: water, grain alcohol

Certification

Origin: Tibet
Organic certification: Ecocert
Handcrafted & ethically made
Ecological and local commitment

Mental health
  • Depression
  • Fatigue
  • Focus & concentration
  • Memory
  • Stress
A little history

Rhodiola has been treasured for centuries across the cold, rugged landscapes of the Northern Hemisphere. Growing high in the mountains and along Arctic cliffs, this resilient plant earned a reputation as a source of strength, stamina, and mental clarity for the people who lived in these extreme environments.

A heritage rooted in endurance

The Vikings were said to use Rhodiola to enhance their physical strength and resilience during long journeys and demanding winters.

Mongolian and Siberian communities relied on the root to improve endurance, sharpen mental focus, and stay balanced in harsh climates where survival required both physical and emotional fortitude.

Ancient Chinese emperors valued Rhodiola so highly that they reportedly sent expeditions to Siberia to collect this rare and precious plant for vitality and longevity.

From “Golden Root” to modern adaptogen

Rhodiola rosea has long been nicknamed the “golden root” - not just for the warm tone of its interior, but for the immense value placed on it throughout history. In northern folklore, it was considered a gift of resilience, a plant that strengthened the body and awakened the mind.

Today, Rhodiola is one of the most researched adaptogenic plants in the world, celebrated for its ability to support energy, mood balance, cognitive performance, and the body’s natural stress response. Its ancient legacy of endurance and clarity continues to inspire modern herbal practice, making it a timeless ally for people navigating demanding lives.

Precautions for use

Consult a healthcare professional, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking antidepressants.

Not recommended in cases of liver disease, hypertension, bipolar disorder or autoimmune diseases.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.

Food supplement - does not replace a varied and balanced diet.

Packaging & storage

Bottle size: 50 ml glass bottle with dropper
Long shelf life: 3 years

Volume

50 ml