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Schisandra Berry Benefits
What does Schisandra Berry do for you? It is the first question that arises in people’s minds, or they ask when they hear about the berry for the first time. Schisandra Chinensis berry extract is like a small surprise that has many health benefits.
Some of the Schisandra Berry benefits have been listed below:
1. Improve Female & Male Fertility
Schisandra berry regulates the release of fertility-related hormones in both males and females to maintain a healthy production of sex cells. It also helps women detoxify their bodies to increase the chances of pregnancy.
It also has aphrodisiac properties, which help add a spark to the physical intimacy of two individuals. Moreover, Schisandra is considered beneficial for males suffering from premature ejaculation, spermatorrhea, and erectile dysfunction.
A study was conducted in rats, where Schisandra Chinensis gave positive results in treating hyperprolactinemia which acts as a hurdle in females’ pregnancy. This can help regulate the amount of prolactin in the body and treat its conditions.
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2. Symptoms of Menopause
A regular intake of Schisandra berry powder helps maintain a healthy endocrine system, thus a balanced production of hormones. It helps deal with stress which is one of the major triggers of symptoms during menopause.
In a controlled trial, 36 women who had menopausal symptoms were given Schisandra and were closely monitored. It was found that all of them reported having reduced symptoms such as palpitations, hot flushes, mood swings, and excessive sweating.
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3.Deal with Stress / Fatigue
Schisandra Chinensis is known for its adaptogenic qualities, which help people fight against the symptoms of stress and deal with anxiety and depression. A study was carried out over the pharmacological effects of Schisandra. It was suggested that the herb has protective effects under stress conditions like heat stroke, frostbite, burn, etc.
Schisandra has a positive effect on the adrenal gland function, subsequently aids in dealing with stress and fatigue. A 2007 study reported that after taking Schisandra Chinensis berry extract, the normal cortisol levels in its body despite being under stress were restored.
4.Supports Healthy Liver
To maintain a healthy body, it is important to maintain the liver’s healthy functioning as it acts as the detoxifier of the body. It plays a primary role in producing and regulating nutrients and hormones. Schisandra Chinensis contains two major compounds called gomisin-A and glutathione peroxidase, which have a protective effect on the liver.
To investigate its effects, a study was carried out that concluded that Schisandra prevents liver cells’ damage and reduces inflammation. It also treats Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by lowering the body’s fatty acids through its anti-oxidizing properties.
5.Helps Maintain Focus
Schisandra Chinensis berry is more commonly recommended to maintain focus and concentrate. It improves attention and the speed of thinking of an individual so that he may work efficiently.
A review on Schisandra Chinensis showed that the lignans present in the herb help increase cognitive function along with having neuroprotective effects. It upgrades memory and concentration by acting as an acetylcholine esterase inhibitor while also having cholinergic functions.
6. Anti-Aging
Schisandra Chinensis not only reverses and helps the human body cope with the effects of aging, but it also increases life span by improving the quality of life. The neuroprotective effects of the herb help deal with memory loss and other neurodegenerative disorders that might be associated with age.
The anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidizing effects of Schisandra help in dealing with diseases that occur more frequently with increasing age. An experiment was conducted to study the beneficial effects of Schisandra berry on an aged mouse. It showed that the herb not only improves the sensitivity of insulin but also prevents muscle atrophy.