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Adaptogen, energy booster, stress reducer
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Rhadiola (3 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 20 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 3 g
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KCAL / 3G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.15 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 3 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 9 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 10 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 15 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 50 g | 10 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 20 calories per 100 g.
Rhadiola usually refers to Rhodiola rosea, a flowering plant whose root is commonly sold as an herbal supplement. It is marketed as an adaptogen, not typically eaten like a fresh vegetable; products include root powder, capsules, and extracts.
Rhadiola is used to support energy and cope with stress or fatigue. Some research suggests possible benefits, but the evidence is limited, and it is not established as a treatment for illness or a guaranteed energy booster.
Rhadiola is commonly taken as a capsule, tablet, or root powder. Products can differ substantially, so check whether it is a root extract and whether its rosavin and salidroside content is standardized; follow the product directions.
Many people take Rhadiola earlier in the day because it can feel stimulating. Taking it late may interfere with sleep for some people, so follow the product directions and pay attention to how it affects you.
Rhadiola can cause side effects such as headache, dizziness, dry mouth, or stomach upset. It may also feel stimulating; stop taking it if you develop troublesome symptoms, and seek medical advice if they persist.
Rhadiola may help some people feel less fatigued during stressful periods, but research is limited and results are not assured. It should not replace mental-health care or other treatment when stress is seriously affecting daily life.
Rhadiola is not a proven treatment for an anxiety disorder. Evidence for easing anxiety is limited, so do not substitute it for prescribed care; seek professional support if anxiety is persistent or disrupting your life.
Yes, dried Rhadiola root can be steeped in hot water, although capsules and extracts are not interchangeable with tea. The root has a distinct, often bitter taste, and the strength of homemade tea can vary.
It may interact with some medicines, and combining Rhadiola with antidepressants should not be done without medical guidance. If you take prescription medication or receive ongoing treatment, ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it.
There is no reliably established timeline for Rhadiola to work; perceived effects vary by person and product. Do not increase the amount to force a faster effect, and reconsider its use if it does not help.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.15mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Folate
0.24µg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0.01mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.45mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.6mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.15mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (3 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Rhadiola is the root of a hardy plant found in cold, mountainous parts of Europe and Asia. It is not usually treated as a table vegetable: dried root, powder and extracts are more commonly sold for making herbal drinks or supplements.
Its flavour is earthy and distinctly bitter. In its regions of origin, people have traditionally steeped the root; elsewhere, including in English-speaking countries, it is more often encountered as a tea or mixed in small amounts into drinks. The supplied figures list 20 calories and 2 g of fibre per 100 g, but a typical serving is only about 3 g, so it contributes little to a meal. If the bitterness is strong, try a small amount with lemon or add it to a flavoured drink.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.