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The Latin name that the Swedish botanist Carl von Linné gave to this plant is Rhodiola Rosea. Joined by innumerous studies, Karolinska Institute in Sweden completed a study showing that this plant, also known as Arctic Root, can be useful to help elevate moods. AR24 is made from a proprietary complex of rhodiola rosea root, an herb which grows in the Arctic regions of the world. An antioxidant, rhodiola rosea is also called an adaptogen. In studies it has shown to be capable of normalizing body functions, particularly to regain energy and mental clarity in stressful situations.

The Swedish botanist Carl von Linné showed an interest in the herb and assigned it its name rhodiola rosea.

The Vikings used it for energy on their trips around the world and the Greek physician Dioscordes documented the medicinal use in De Materia Medica. The aborigines in the Nordic regions, the Sames, used it in the wintertime when they felt cold and lacked energy.

Rosavins, a group of novel compounds – rosin, rosavin, and rosarin - have been found in the Rhodiola rosea root, all contributing to the plant’s antistress capabilities. Along with salidroside and protective antioxidants, the root helps inhibit cellular deterioration from oxidation.

As an ingredient in skin care, Rhodiola Rosea has many benefits, including anti-stress, anti-inflammatory, regenerative, UV-protection, DNA-protection, antifatigue and antioxidant properties. Promising to skin care! Rhodiola Rosea is known to help increase hydroxyproline and hexosamine levels, which are molecular components necessary to make collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin are important to keep skin vibrant, supported and healthy. The aging process with sagging and wrinkling of the skin can be the result of collagen and elastin loss.