Schisandra extract is extracted from the fruit of Schisandra chinensis. Schisandra chinensis is divided into northern Schisandra chinensis and southern Schisandra chinensis. Northern Schisandra chinensis is of better quality and is mainly produced in Northeast China and North China. Usually, the extraction is carried out by solvent extraction, ultrasonic extraction, microwave extraction and other processes to obtain Schisandra extract.
The main components of Schisandra extract: mainly contain lignans, such as Schisandrin A, Schisandrin B, etc., and also contain polysaccharides, volatile oils, organic acids and other chemical components. Among them, lignans are the main active ingredients of Schisandra chinensis that exert various pharmacological effects.
The effect of Schisandra extract
Lung astringent and cough relieving: Schisandra extract can astringe lung qi, and has a relieving effect on symptoms such as long-term cough and asthma due to lung deficiency. It can regulate the physiological function of the lungs, enhance the respiratory function of the lungs, and reduce the dissipation of lung qi, thereby alleviating symptoms such as cough and asthma. It is often used to treat coughs caused by respiratory diseases such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Tonify the kidney and consolidate essence: It has the effect of tonifying the kidney, and has a certain therapeutic effect on spermatorrhea, spermatorrhea, frequent urination, etc. caused by kidney deficiency. It can regulate the function of the kidney, enhance the kidney's ability to consolidate, improve the function of the reproductive system, and help improve the reproductive health level of men.
Tonify Qi and produce body fluid: It can nourish Qi and Yin, promote the production of body fluid, and can be used to treat symptoms such as thirst and sweating caused by deficiency of both Qi and Yin. When the body is tired and the body fluid is depleted, it can replenish the Qi and body fluid needed by the body, relieve discomfort such as thirst and fatigue, and improve the body's anti-fatigue ability.
To calm the mind and tranquilize the nerves: It has a regulating effect on the nervous system, can calm the nerves, improve sleep quality, and relieve symptoms such as insomnia, dreaminess, and palpitations. Its mechanism of action may be related to regulating the excitability of the nervous system and improving the blood circulation of the brain. It is suitable for sleep disorders caused by neurasthenia, anxiety, etc.
Antioxidant: The components such as lignans and polysaccharides in Schisandra chinensis extract have strong antioxidant effects, which can remove free radicals in the body, reduce oxidative damage, and delay cell aging. It helps prevent diseases related to oxidative stress, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer, and can also maintain the normal functions of various organs in the body and maintain good health.
Liver protection: It has a protective effect on the liver, can reduce the damage to the liver caused by chemicals and drugs, and promote the repair and regeneration of liver cells. It can regulate the metabolic function of the liver, reduce the activity of liver enzymes, and improve liver function indicators. It is often used to prevent and treat liver diseases such as hepatitis and cirrhosis.
Application of Schisandra Extract
Medical Field
Prepared medicine preparations: It is an important raw material for many Chinese patent medicines, such as Schisandra granules and Schisandra syrup, which are used to treat insomnia, neurasthenia, chronic cough and asthma. It is also often used in combination with other drugs to treat a variety of diseases, such as with Codonopsis pilosula, Ophiopogon japonicus, etc. to make Shengmai Drink, which is used to treat qi and yin deficiency.
Health care product raw materials: It is widely used in the production of health care products, made into capsules, tablets, oral liquids, etc., for health care functions such as enhancing immunity, anti-fatigue, and improving sleep. It is suitable for middle-aged and elderly people, people with low immunity, and people who are in a state of fatigue for a long time.
Food field
Beverage additives: It can be added to tea drinks, juice drinks, functional drinks, etc. to give the product a unique flavor and increase the health function of the product. For example, Schisandra tea has the effect of health care and is loved by consumers.
Winemaking ingredients: It is used as an ingredient in the winemaking process to produce Schisandra wine with health functions. It not only has a unique taste, but also has a certain nourishing effect.
Cosmetics field
Skin care products: Added to skin care products such as creams, lotions, and essences, using its antioxidant and nourishing effects to help the skin resist free radical damage, reduce the formation of wrinkles and spots, and nourish the skin, making the skin smoother and more delicate, and enhancing the elasticity of the skin.
Hair care products: Used in hair care products such as shampoo and conditioner, it helps nourish the scalp, promote hair growth, improve the gloss and toughness of hair, reduce hair loss and the appearance of gray hair, and make hair healthier and brighter.