Schizandra Berry
Botanical Name ? (Schisandra chinensis)
Also Known As ? Five Flavor Berry, five taste fruit
Schizandra Berries are native to China, Russia, and Korea. The plant is valued for its attractive flowers, foliage, and fruit (the berries), which are used in tasty and nutritious juices, and as an important ingredient in herbal medicine.
Women in China rely on Schizandra to preserve their beauty and maintain youth, and both men and women are said to benefit from its qualities as a sexual enhancer. For thousands of years it has been cherished as an anti—ageing tonic that is believed to increase stamina and mental clarity and fight against fatigue and stress. Schizandra is also thought to be one of the most effective treatments for liver disorders. Because it helps the body to respond to stressful situations and act as a mild sedative, Schizandra has even been said to be an antidepressant.
Most research has been conducted in China where studies suggest that Schizandra has the ability to help those that suffer from Hepatitis. The lignans in the berry appear to protect the liver by stimulating cells that produce much needed antioxidants. Because of its properties, it has been applied next to some herbal medicines like Ginseng as a stimulator for the central nervous system, increased brain efficiency, improved reflexes, and an accelerated rate of endurance.
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