Rhodiola Rosea Side Effects
After hearing of all the many benefits of the mountainous herb rhodiola rosea, such as the herb's ability to fight infection, control depression and reduce stress, you may want to jump in right on the band wagon and add it to your daily diet. Before you do, consider the possible side effects. While rare and not a major concern, all herbs have side effects. It is true that for this particular herb the problems are relatively few, but there are some to be aware of. For starters if you are pregnant or breast feeding it is recommended that you do not drink any of the tea, or take any of the supplements with this herb. Feelings of unrest and anxiety are possible side effects for lactating and expecting mothers.
Insomnia is a possibility when taking rhodiola rosea extract. That can be an annoying and problematic issue for those with stressful jobs, parents or anyone who began taking the herb who wanted to prevent stress. This is seen in people who use too high of a daily dose. This is considered to be between 1,500 to 2,000 mg.
Aside from insomnia, problems with irritability and restlessness can also be an issue at high doses, or those with a high sensitivity to this plant.
Anyone who suffers from psychological disorders should consult their doctor before adding to their diet routine. People with bi-polar disorder in particular should not ingest. Unfortunate mood swings and hallucinations could become quite serious.
Low doses of the herb have a stimulating effect. High doses have the opposite effect and can become a sedative. Until you are certain of how the herb will react in your body, start at very low doses and do not take close to bedtime or with caffeinated drinks. In those cases it could cause insomnia and lead to sleeping issues.
Rhodiola rosea has been known to cause a shaky feeling, similar to drinking too much caffeine. It can also cause heart palpitations much like an overload of coffee can. A way to avoid this is to take with meals and not take on an empty stomach.
In general this is a very safe herb, but knowing your body and how it reacts to particular substances is important. Remember to talk to your doctor and he or she will recommend the correct dosage for you to take to avoid any harmful side effects.
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