What are the effects and functions of Schisandra chinensis?

Schisandra chinensis is a traditional Chinese medicine. Its correct and reasonable use can help us lower blood pressure, astringe and promote salivation. It can also play a good role in promoting bile secretion and lowering serum transaminase. It is often used to soak in water for drinking in daily life, but it is not suitable for long-term drinking to avoid causing damage to the stomach.

1. As for Schisandra chinensis, many people actually use it to make soup, porridge or wine. It can quickly lower blood pressure and is a very good Chinese medicinal material. Schisandra chinensis has the main effects of astringing the lungs, astringing the essence, nourishing the kidneys, promoting body fluid production, and astringing sweat. According to traditional Chinese medicine, it can nourish the lungs and relieve coughs, and can be used for coughs and asthma caused by deficiency of both the lungs and kidneys, and is often used in combination with kidney-tonifying medicines. It can also be used to treat chronic diarrhea, dry mouth due to insufficient yin fluid, night sweats and other symptoms; it can be used in combination with tonic medicines for all shock and collapse caused by depletion of qi and blood.

2. Schisandra chinensis is rich in organic acids, vitamins, flavonoids, plant sterols and lignans. It is one of the few medicinal materials that can replenish the essence, energy and spirit. Schisandra chinensis has an excitatory effect on the five nervous system centers at all levels and the respiratory system, so it can be used to suppress cough and eliminate phlegm. Because lignans have a strong restorative effect, Schisandra chinensis can also reduce the feeling of fatigue.

3. In addition to lowering blood pressure, Schisandra chinensis also has the effects of promoting bile secretion and lowering serum transaminase. The adaptogenic effects of Schisandra chinensis are similar to those of ginseng; Schisandra chinensis can enhance the body's defenses against nonspecific stimuli. It increases cellular immune function and significantly enhances the SOD activity of the brain, liver, and spleen, so it has the effects of improving immunity, anti-oxidation, and anti-aging.

4. Schisandra chinensis also has a good antibacterial effect. It has inhibitory effects on common Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Salmonella enterica, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, etc. It can be said to be a medicinal material with many functions. Although drinking Schisandra chinensis soaked in water can lower blood pressure and blood lipids, it is harmful to the stomach, so it is not suitable for long-term drinking. Generally, you need to stop drinking it for a while before continuing to drink it.