Schizandra is another adaptogen I’d recommend to help your body energize and restore through stressful and/or exhausting days. I also take it to balance hormones and boost immunity.
Science Profile
If you ever looked into Traditional Chinese Medicine or Ayurveda, you might know that they try to balance each meal by incorporating all 5 tasted into it (this is believed to help body with satisfaction and digestion). Schizandra is one food that has all 5 flavors – sweet, sour, bitter, salty and pungent. Isn’t it interesting?
- Immunity – schizandra helps to maintain healthy cells throughout the body. It is considered one of the most highly protective of all medicinal plants, and the berry is included in many traditional herbal formulas for improving immunity for it’s high Vitamin C content.
- Stamina – people who exercise a lot have amazing results with using schizandra as a part of their daily regimen. It reduces fatigue and improves physical power and endurance.
- Mental Productivity – schizandra stimulates the brain giving it a renewed sense of focus. Studies have shown that it increases concentration and memory. It has the ability to increase work productivity and promote mental function.
- Skin Health – schizandra has been used in treatments of skin problems because of its power to radiate the skin. Your skin will be glowing after regular use for several months.
- Anti-aging – known as an anti-aging herb because of the high antioxidant count, it deactivates free radicals throughout the body.
Consumption
It is recommended to take 500 mg to 2 g of schizandra extract daily. You’ll need to adjust the quantity according to your needs. If you’ve got sleep problems or high blood pressure, schizandra might not be for you.
Did You Know?
Schizandra plant always grows up clockwise crawling the trees.
Personal Experience
It’s one of my favorite adaptogen herb to have in my supplement rotation. It’s also perfect for normalizing and balancing hormonal health and boosting my energy.
Verdict
Highly recommend!
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