ROSEFIT™ (Rose Petal Polyphenol Extract)

Rosa multiflora
Evidence Level
Limited
1 Clinical Trial
2 Documented Benefits
2/5 Evidence Score

ROSEFIT™ is a branded rose petal (Rosa multiflora var. platyphylla) extract from Vidya Herbs, standardized to roughly 60% polyphenols with isoquercetin, marketed for appetite and body-fat support. Its branded trial was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel study (n=70) reporting reduced body weight, BMI and fat mass with preserved lean mass over 12 weeks. Honest framing: one manufacturer-associated trial, so promising but not yet independently replicated.

Studied Dose Branded trial: 400 mg/day (200 mg twice daily) for 12 weeks. Taken with water.
Active Compound Rose petal (Rosa multiflora) polyphenols (~60% total polyphenols; 2–3% isoquercetin). ROSEFIT™ is manufactured by Vidya Herbs.

Benefits

Reduced body weight and fat, lean mass preserved (branded RCT)

In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel trial (n=70), 400 mg/day for 12 weeks reduced body weight, BMI and fat mass while preserving lean mass versus placebo. One manufacturer-associated study.

Polyphenol/quercetin metabolic support

Rose petal polyphenols including isoquercetin have antioxidant and metabolic activity that may support appetite regulation and fat handling.

Mechanism of action

1

Polyphenol modulation of fat metabolism

Rose polyphenols are proposed to influence appetite signaling and fat storage/oxidation, the basis for the body-composition findings.

2

Antioxidant activity

Isoquercetin and related flavonoids reduce oxidative stress associated with adiposity and metabolic strain.

Clinical trials

1
Rose Petal Weight-Management RCT

Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel trial, 400 mg/day for 12 weeks (BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, 2024).

70 adults (35 per group)

Reduced body weight, BMI and fat mass with preserved lean mass versus placebo. Manufacturer-associated.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well tolerated in the trial.
Mild gastrointestinal upset possible.
Allergy to roses/Rosaceae is uncommon but possible.
Long-term and independent safety data are limited.

Important Drug interactions

No well-documented drug interactions.
Theoretical caution with antidiabetic or weight medications given the metabolic effects.

Frequently asked questions about ROSEFIT™ (Rose Petal Polyphenol Extract)

What is ROSEFIT?

ROSEFIT is a branded rose petal polyphenol extract from Vidya Herbs taken for weight and fat management. In a placebo-controlled trial, 400 mg/day for 12 weeks reduced body weight and fat while preserving lean mass.

Is the evidence strong?

It has one manufacturer-associated randomized controlled trial. That is a reasonable start for a branded ingredient, but independent replication would be needed before calling the weight benefit well established.

What is ROSEFIT used for?

ROSEFIT is researched primarily for Weight Management and Metabolic Health. In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel trial (n=70), 400 mg/day for 12 weeks reduced body weight, BMI and fat mass while preserving lean mass versus placebo. One manufacturer-associated study.

What is the recommended dosage of ROSEFIT?

The clinically studied dose is Branded trial: 400 mg/day (200 mg twice daily) for 12 weeks. Taken with water. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is ROSEFIT safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, ROSEFIT is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well tolerated in the trial. Mild gastrointestinal upset possible. It may also interact with some medications. ROSEFIT is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does ROSEFIT interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: No well-documented drug interactions. Theoretical caution with antidiabetic or weight medications given the metabolic effects. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for ROSEFIT?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for ROSEFIT as Limited (2 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Sudeep HV, Prithviraj P, Jestin TV, Shyamprasad K A polyphenol fraction from Rosa multiflora var. platyphylala reduces body fat in overweight humans through appetite suppression - a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies. 2024;24(1):197. doi: 10.1186/s12906-024-04487-1.PubMedUsed to support: The branded ROSEFIT trial: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel study (n=70) in which a Rosa multiflora polyphenol fraction reduced body weight, BMI and fat mass while preserving lean mass over 12 weeks. Manufacturer-associated.