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The efficacy and function of Schisandra and its contraindications

March 30, 2021

What are the effects of Schisandra?

1. Nourish yin and consolidate essence. Schisandra is one of the effective and unisex tonic for nourishing yin and solidifying essence. It can promote the endurance of sex and increase the irritation of the female vulva. It can activate the production of nitric oxide (NO), thereby enhancing men's physical strength and endurance.
2. Protect the liver. Schisandra can promote the detoxification process of the liver, protect the liver from poisoning, and can regenerate liver tissues damaged by alcohol, drugs or hepatitis.
3. Protect the heart and strengthen the heart. Schisandra is conducive to the oxygen exchange of tissue cells, and in some cases of hypoxia and myocardial damage, it has been proven to have a protective effect on heart tissue. It can also smooth the heart rate and relieve high blood pressure.
4. Anti-free radical damage. Free radicals are the main cause of atherosclerosis, cancer, coronary heart disease and insufficient immunity, as well as the chief culprit in accelerating the aging process. The lignans contained in Schisandra are powerful antioxidants, which can inhibit free radicals and increase the level of antioxidants in the liver.
5. Enhance physical fitness, schisandra can enhance endurance and strength and accelerate physical recovery.
6. Enhance the ability to withstand pressure. Schisandra is one of the most effective plant adaptors, which can enhance intelligence, physical fitness and sensory functions, and enhance resistance to stress. In short, it can help the human body to withstand stress factors such as cold, heat, noise, emotional overload, etc., so it helps to improve work performance, enhance endurance and reduce fatigue.
7. Improve intelligence and soundness. Schisandra can activate the nervous system, promote reaction ability, mental concentration and coordination, and enhance clear thinking. Although it has an activating effect, it does not have the side effects of caffeine restlessness. This small berry is sometimes used to treat depression and help improve irritability and forgetfulness.
8. Delay aging. Research reports show that Schisandra is often used as an anti-aging and qi tonic.

Nutritional value

Schisandra is often used as an anti-aging and qi tonic, and recent research results clarify this principle.
1. Schisandra is rich in malic acid, vitamins, flavonoids, phytosterols and lignans with a strong restorative effect. It is also one of the few medicinal materials that have the three major benefits of essence, qi and spirit, and can replenish vital energy. Liver, improve the efficiency of cells to eliminate waste, supply more oxygen, create and use energy, improve memory and sexual endurance.
2. Schisandra peel and mature seed coat contain lignans, which are the most important medicinal active ingredients, including a variety of schisandrins.
3. Schisandra seeds contain fat and oil, which can be used to make soap or mechanical lubricating oil, and aromatic oil can be extracted from stems, leaves and seeds.
4. The lignan contained in Schisandra is a powerful antioxidant, which can inhibit free radicals and increase the level of antioxidant glutathione in the liver.

Suitable and contraindicated

Suitable: People with night sweats, heart palpitations, dreamy people. Schisandra chinensis can nourish qi, nourish the body fluid, nourish the kidney and nourish the heart, astringe and firm up astringency, and strengthen immunity. It is suitable for people with night sweats, palpitations, dreams, insomnia, nocturnal emission, and spermatorrhea. It is clinically proven to have a good effect.
Taboo: There are people with evil on the outside and fever inside.
1. It is best not to take Schisandra chinensis in the early stage of coughing and early stage of rash to avoid aggravation of the disease.
2. Patients with strong liver should avoid using Schisandra chinensis. Studies have shown that this action can prevent damage to the body's function.
3. People with external evils and internal heat should not take schisandra, otherwise it will prolong the disease cycle and be unfavorable for disease treatment.
4. Some people will experience a burning sensation in the stomach and bowel after taking schisandra. They should stop the drug and seek medical treatment immediately.