Review (5/5): Works great!
I am thankful for these herbal supplements. I've been taking them for about 6 years. I usually take them consistently for about 8 months and then a month or two off to clean out my system (I've heard this helps the liver process the herbs efficiently). They are extremely effective in elevating my mood, creating peace of mind, managing irritability and dealing with stress. I have never been diagnosed with depression, but get the blues and cranky from time to time and this product definitely helps!! I purchase directly at the gnc store, but I notice amazon is selling for less money, so next time I need a refill I'll try purchasing from here. I've tried others brands of rhodiola trying to save a few bucks (I.e. vitamin shoppe) and nothing comes close to the gnc brand. It's the best! I take one a day first thing in the morning on an empty stomach and that does the trick. I've never experienced any negative side effects. I personally wouldn't take it past noon because I wouldn't want it to effect my peaceful nights rest. You get a slight energy buzz. Nothing drastic though. I've read people complain of rapid heartbeat or anxiety, but I've never experienced anything like that and I'm super sensitive to caffeine and all stimulants, but this is nothing like those (doesn't contain caffeine). It gives me a blissful, energetic feeling. My husband is thankful for them too because I'm nicer to him when I take it :-) I've also noticed it helps regulate my menstrual cycles and pms symptoms. It is also reported to help with fertility problems. All around a great herbal supplement. Very effective!