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Schizandra berry powder
Schizandra berry powder

SCHIZANDRA EXTRACT

Schisandra chinensis Baill.
Toning
Sports performance
Anti-stress

Schisandra chinensis Turcz is a tree liana endemic to northeast Asia. Considered adaptogenic, Schisandra berries boost immunity.

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Schizandra berry powder
Plant extract

>1% schisandrines

Fruit

Schizandra berry powder
Plant extract

>2,0% schizandrines

Fruit

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Regulations
and analysis

Identification : TLC

Data on traditional use

WHO monograph :

  • Used as a general tonic
  • Used for fatigue and the respiratory tract
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Detailed description

Schisandra chinensis Turcz belongs to the Schisandraceae family and is a tree liana endemic to northeast Asia (China, Korea, Russia) and Japan. Its purple-red berries are widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also known in traditional European medicine and is considered an adaptogen, particularly in Russia. It helps improve resistance to stress, boosts energy and promotes endurance and physical performance.

Schisandra fruit stimulates the immune system by acting as a tonic. What’s more, they have antioxidant properties thanks to their content of flavonoids, phenolic acids and the characteristic lignans known as schisandins. According to in vivo studies, they also promote healthy liver function.
Sources

DM Kopustinskiene et al, Antioxidants (Basel)  . 2021 Apr 18;10(4):620. doi: 10.3390/antiox10040620.

FAQ

What is Schisandra?

Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis Turcz.) is a vine native to northeastern Asia, including China, Korea, Russia and Japan. Its purple-red berries have traditionally been used in Chinese medicine and are particularly rich in characteristic lignans known as schisandrins, as well as flavonoids and phenolic acids.

What are the main applications of Schisandra?

Schisandra is mainly used in formulations targeting vitality, stress resistance and physical performance. It is also valued in food supplements designed to support general wellbeing and the body’s overall balance.

Which Schisandra ingredients are available from Pharmanager Ingredients?

harmanager Ingredients offers two Schisandra fruit extracts: an extract standardised to more than 1% schisandrins and an extract standardised to more than 2% schisandrins.