The Solgar SFP Rhodiola Root Extract is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 350mg of titled Rhodiola rosea root extract per capsule. The extract is standardized to 1% salidrosides, i.e. 3.5mg, and 3% rosavines, i.e. 10.5mg per capsule. The package contains 60 phytocapsules and the composition is suitable for vegans.
It is aimed at adults who want to include rhodiola in their daily routine with a specific, measurable amount of active compounds, instead of an unspecified herb powder. The choice of a standardized extract means that each capsule delivers the same amount of salidrosides and rosavines, which is not the case when using simply ground root.
Rhodiola rosea is a perennial plant that grows in extreme environments, in the mountains of China, Russia and Scandinavia, where the soil is poor and temperatures are low. In its root, two groups of compounds are concentrated that have been of interest to phytochemistry for decades: the rosavines, a family of phenylpropanoids considered characteristic of the specific species, and the salidrosides, phenolic glycosides that are also found in other species of the genus.
The titled extraction is what distinguishes a serious extract. When 1% salidrosides and 3% rosavines are listed on the label, the manufacturer states that it has analyzed the raw material and has adjusted the extract so that it delivers a stable ratio, the same as described in the scientific literature for rhodiola. Without titled extraction, the root's content varies depending on the plant's age, the time of collection and the place of cultivation. Rhodiola remains a herb under research and the related health claims are under evaluation by the EFSA, so here we describe what the ingredient is and how it is standardized, not what it promises.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the Rhodiola root extract is associated with the following points.
The above statements are attributed to the producer. Rhodiola does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and remains a subject of research, so these points are not a confirmed effect.
This is a single-component preparation, without vitamins or minerals in the composition, thus without approved nutritional claims. Its value lies elsewhere: in the form and purity. The extract is delivered in a phytocapsule made of hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, without gelatin of animal origin, and is accompanied by minimal excipients. Solgar adds the PhytO2X system, a combination of beta-carotene and ascorbic acid, which acts as natural protection of the content.
The free-from statement is equally important for those reading labels: the product does not contain sugar, yeast, soy, wheat, gluten or dairy products, nor preservatives, sweeteners and artificial fragrances.
It suits adults with a demanding schedule, who seek a herbal supplement with clear standardization instead of general herb blends. It is also of interest to those who exercise systematically and want to try rhodiola as part of their dietary support, as well as people who already know the herb and prefer to take it in a capsule with known content. It is suitable for vegans and those who avoid gluten, soy and dairy products.
It is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis, monitoring or treatment. Anyone experiencing persistent fatigue or mood changes should consult a doctor.
Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, titled Rhodiola root extract 350mg, of which salidrosides (1%) 3.5mg and rosavines (3%) 10.5mg.
Other ingredients: titled Rhodiola root extract, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, PhytO2X (beta-carotene, ascorbic acid).
Free from: sugar, yeast, soy, wheat, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners and artificial fragrances. Vegan, Kosher, lactose-free.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 3 phytocapsules daily, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 60-capsule package covers two months of use, with two capsules per month and with three about twenty days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, on medication, especially antidepressants, or have health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
Solgar's guideline for adults is 1 to 3 phytocapsules daily, preferably with meals.
It means that the extract has been standardized so that each capsule delivers 3.5mg salidrosides and 10.5mg rosavines. It is the ratio commonly used in rhodiola research.
Many prefer morning or midday with a meal. If you find it interferes with sleep, move the intake earlier in the day.
Yes. The capsule is plant-based and the composition contains no dairy or other animal-derived ingredients.
In root powder, the content of active compounds varies from batch to batch. Here the extract is titled, so the amount of salidrosides and rosavines is declared and constant.
Usually yes, as long as you do not exceed the recommended doses. If you are taking medications, ask your pharmacist first.
No. The composition includes only Rhodiola rosea root extract and the excipients listed on the label.
* Rhodiola does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The claims to benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
** Information about the herbal ingredients. The related health claims on botanicals are under evaluation by the EFSA.
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Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, titled Rhodiola root extract 350mg, of which salidrosides (1%) 3.5mg and rosavines (3%) 10.5mg.
Other ingredients: titled Rhodiola root extract, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, PhytO2X (beta-carotene, ascorbic acid).
Free from: sugar, yeast, soy, wheat, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners and artificial fragrances. Vegan, Kosher, lactose-free.
Form: plant capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 3 plant capsules daily, preferably with meals.
With one plant capsule per day the package of 60 capsules covers two months of use, with two capsules per month and with three about twenty days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, on medication, especially antidepressant, or if you have health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
