Schizandra ( Schisandra chinensis)
Other Names::
Schisandra is a woody vine with clusters of red berries. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its adaptogenic and tonic properties.
Energetics::
Moistening
Increase moisture content of tissues: lubricate and soften dry, brittle or hardened tissues
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Properties::
Adaptogen
Treat the endocrine system and stress. Modulate and rewire response to cortisol needs, increase and improve our reaction to stress
Antitussive
Prevent or relieve a cough
Hepatoprotective
Prevent damage to the liver
Immune Amphoteric
Treat immune deficiency or immune excess
Lung Tonic
Strengthens the lungs
Moistening
Increase moisture content of tissues: lubricate and soften dry, brittle or hardened tissues
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Antioxidant
Protects cells from damage
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Tonic
Increases systemic strength and tone
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Parts::
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Associated with ::
Liver
Respiratory
Nervous