FAQ

Rhoziva FAQ's

Trials that explore the effect of Rhodiola rosea, the main ingredient in Rhoziva, on mood and depression, have shown a positive outcome (1,2) . While Rhoziva is not contra-indicated with anti-depressants, Health Canada recommend users of Rhoziva speak to their healthcare practitioner about taking Rhoziva.

1. Darbinyan B et al. Nord J Psychiatry. 2007;61(5):343-8.

2. Phytomedicine. 2015 Mar 15;22(3):394-9

Rhodiola rosea may have a normalizing effect on estrogen. It is likely because of its effect on estrogen, Health Canada asks that “ Consult a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician prior to use if you are taking antidepressant medication, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or birth control pills (HC 2018; Iovieno et al. 2011; Olsson et al. 2009; Brown et al. 2002).”

The upper limit dose of Rhodiola rosea obtained as an OTC (over the counter) supplement is 680 mg. The daily recommended dose of Rhoziva is 200 mg (per 2 capsules). You could likely take up to triple the dose.  Beyond that, please consult a health care provider.  

It is best to take Rhoziva earlier in the day up to 3 pm. When taken close to bed time, it may energize the user and make it harder to fall asleep. Conversely, some people report that when they use Rhoziva correctly it improves their sleep quality at night.  

Yes, you can mix it in food if you’d like, or otherwise take it alongside food.

You can take Rhoziva Edge before or after your workout. It can improve your workout capacity and your recovery from a strenuous workout.

Rhoziva helps energize the mind and the body. The focus with Rhoziva Edge is a more robust boost to physical energy, particularly in cases of significant exhaustion. It also helps increase endurance during robust physical activity and enhance sexual drive and stamina in both men and women.

Yes, the veggie pill can be twisted open and its content can be added to water, or any food or beverage.

If your teenager is taking medication she or he can still take Rhoziva about an hour or two away from the medication.

We have received feedback from parents who have noted an improvement in both cognitive and academic performance and physical performance.

Yes, Rhoziva Digest can be taken while other digestive aids are used. It is best to take it an hour or two away from any pharmaceutical digestive aids.

Yes, you could take other Rhoziva products concurrently as long as you don’t exceed 680 mg of Rhoziva per day, unless you cleared this with your doctor or health practitioner.

There aren’t any contraindications between Healthy Heart Plus and any medications including heart medications. Healthy Heart Plus may have a favorable effect on your cardiovascular function and blood pressure, so, it is recommended you speak to your doctor if you are taking blood pressure medications, blood sugar medications or blood thinners about taking this product.

Healthy Heart Plus may have a favorable effect on your blood sugar levels, as such it is recommended you speak to your doctor if you take this product. 

There is a statement on the label to consult a doctor or a health care practitioner for use beyond six months because the studies on this effect of lysine didn’t last beyond six months.  This has to do with the presence of the amino acid lysine in the context of its protective effect on cold sores.  The presence of lysine in this product are for entirely different reasons.  Health Canada requires that this statement appears on the label for any product that contains lysine.

Healthy Heart Plus was formulated with 23 important ingredients to eliminate the need to open multiple supplement bottles that can otherwise be used to address risk factors for cardiovascular disease. It is however, entirely up to you whether you take additional supplements while you take Healthy Heart Plus, as long as you do this safely and do not exceed the upper limit doses assigned to each ingredient in the product.

Yes, it is safe while pregnant and its nutrients may benefit both mother and child.

It is a natural supplement, containing fresh kelp extract, which could, without proper handling, spoil. While it contains natural stabilizing agents that have shown to prevent spoiling, refrigeration is an additional precautionary step to ensure safety and stability.

The color of the liquid medium in Nourishing Waves Plus may vary from time to time largely because of slight variations in the properties of the kelp depending on the season it is harvested in.

Several nutrients help with cessation to hair loss and restored healthy hair growth (thickness, growth rate). First, iodine and selenium support thyroid function and it is the thyroid hormone that acts directly on hair cells to stimulate healthy hair growth. This is helpful for anyone, even if not diagnosed with low thyroid function. 

Biotin further supports healthy hair growth and silicon helps strengthen hair fiber as well as to minimize premature loss and restore luster. 

The other ingredients help indirectly by supporting overall metabolism, energy production (needed for healthy hair growth) and a role in regulating stress hormones.