Schizandra / Schisandra Berries

Schizandra / Schisandra Berries

 Latin name:   Schisandra chinensis  

Health Benefits of Schizandra / Schisandra Berries

The berry itself is often called "five-flavor berry" because it possesses all five of the basic flavors of Chinese herbal medicine: salty, sweet, sour, spicy, and bitter. Having these flavors means that it can benefit all five yin organs: the liver, lungs, heart, kidneys, and spleen.  Heath benefits include:

• Used to treat Alzheimer's because of the berry's ability to block formation of excess amyloid beta peptides in the brain. This helps memory fog and memory loss.
  
• Has anti-depressant qualities.
• Helps adrenals, thereby aiding in stress.
• Has adaptogen properties. This means that it’s able to help the body resist the effects of anxiety and stress, plus bolster the body’s defenses against disease.
• May play a beneficial role in treating certain respiratory disorders, including asthma.
• Contains compounds that alleviate oxidative stress on the liver and improve liver function and fight liver disease.
• Fights fatigue.
• Helps relieve menopausal symptoms.
• Aids mental clarity and energy.
• Provides a calming effect, promoting sleep.
• Improves cellular function.

Nutritional Benefits of Schizandra / Schisandra Berries

• Contains Vitamin A, B, C, and E.

How to Use Schizandra / Schisandra Berries

• Usually used in capsules or mixed in smoothies. 

Cautions and Side Effects of Schizandra / Schisandra Berries

• You should not use schisandra if you digestive issues.