Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis ) is an aromatic woody vine that is native to northern and northeastern China.
Schisandra fruit is called Bumblimass in Tamil.
Schisandra fruit contains at least 30 different lignans. Lignans, which are sometimes described as phytoestrogens (plant-derived compounds with estrogen-like activity), are known to have liver-protective (anti-hepatotoxic) action
Schisandra fruit is called Bumblimass in Tamil.
Schisandra should not be used during pregnancy or in patients who are having trouble urinating.
Schisandra's dried fruit is used, and the herb is prepared in the form of powder, tincture (an alcoholic extract), and wine.
Research has shown that schisandra has adaptogenic properties, which means that it helps the body to fight disease and adapt to stresses from physical, mental, chemical, and environmental sources.
Schisandra is safe for long-term use; it has relatively few side effects. It has, however, been reported to cause upset stomach, heartburn , decreased appetite, and skin rash.
Schisandra fruit contains at least 30 different lignans. Lignans, which are sometimes described as phytoestrogens (plant-derived compounds with estrogen-like activity), are known to have liver-protective (anti-hepatotoxic) action
Historically, it was used to treat mental illness, night sweats, coughs, thirst, insomnia , chronic dysentery (diarrhea containing blood and mucus), premature ejaculation, and physical exhaustion.
Not to be used with croton seeds, fritillaria or peony root. Externally, safely mixed with stemona, sophora and calomel. Internally, safely mixed with schisandra and cuscuta.
A proprietary blend containing: Yerba Mate, Trimethylxanthine(i.e,. caffeine), Guarana, Damiana, Green Tea, Ginger, Kola Nut, Schisandra, Scutellaria, Tibetan gingseng, Cocoa nut, Jujube, Thea sinensis complex http://www.akavarstore.com/akavar2050-weight-loss-diet-pill3.php The above site has a picture of the actual box with the ingredients listed.
Common herbs used for enhancing mental strength and/or memory: Ashwagandha, Bacopa Monnieri, Blueberry, Brazilian Guarana, Catuaba, Chinese Foxglove, Evening Primrose, Ginkgo Biloba, Gotu Kola, Grapeseed, Hawthorne Leaf, Irish Moss, Lemon Balm, Maca Root, Muirapauma, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Red Wine Extract, Reishi Mushroom, Rhodiola Root, Rosemary, Sage, Schisandra Berry, Siberian Ginseng
* Safflower * Saffron * Sage (Salvia officinalis) * Saigon Cinnamon * St John's Wort (Hypericum) * Salad Burnet (Sanguisorba minor) * Salvia (clary and sage) * Sassafras * Savory (Summer savory, Satureja hortensis, and winter savory, S. montana) * Schisandra chinensis * Scutellaria costaricana (skullcap) * Senna (herb) * Senna obtusifolia * Sesame seed * Sheep's sorrel (Rumex acetosella) * Shepherd's Purse * Sialagogue * Siberian Chaga * Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) * Sichuan pepper (Xanthoxylum piperitum) * Siraitia grosvenorii(luohanguo)]] * Skullcap (Scutellaria) * Sloe berries (Prunus spinosus) * Smudge Stick * Sonchus(sow-thistle) * Sorrel (Rumex acetosa, R. acetosella, R. scutatus) * Southernwood * Spearmint * Speedwell * Squill (Scilla) * Star anise * Stevia * Strawberry leaves (Fragaria) * Suma (Pfaffia paniculata) * Sumac * Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) * Sutherlandia frutescens * Sweet grass * Sweet cicely (Myrrhis odorata) * Sweet woodruff
The most common herb used for the liver is Milk Thistle. This herb, when used properly, can even help rehabilitate the liver in cases of alcohol abuse (mild to severely damaged). This plant has been used to help liver ailments for thousands of years; until recently it was one of herbal medicine's best kept secrets. Milk thistle's properties: Anti-inflammatory, Galactagogue, Hepatic, Uterine Tonic; and the common uses are for Alcoholism/Drug Abuse, Cholesterol Control, Diabetes, Liver.Here is a list of other common herbs that help with the liver: Alfalfa Leaf, Barberry Root, Burdock Root, Cascara Sagrada, Cayenne, Chinese Rhubarb Root, Curcumin, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Gotu Kola, Milk Thistle, Oregon Grape Root, Schisandra Berry, Turmeric Root, Wild Yam, Yellow Dock, Yucca