Schisandra chinensis extract is a collection of active components extracted from the dried mature fruits of Schisandra chinensis, a plant of the Magnoliaceae family. It mainly contains lignans (such as Schisandra chinensis A, B, alcohol A, etc.), volatile oils (such as terpenes), and organic acids (such as citric acid, malic acid). It has multiple functions including consolidating the lungs and kidneys, promoting the production of body fluids and calming the mind, protecting the liver, antioxidation, and enhancing immunity. It is widely applied in the fields of medicine, health products, cosmetics and functional foods
I. Core Functions and Mechanism of Action
1:Liver protection and repair
l Reducing transaminase: Schisandra chinensis extract can significantly inhibit the synthesis of enzymes by liver cells, and its inhibitory effect on enzyme activity in damaged livers is more obvious. It is often used in clinical practice to improve diseases such as hepatitis and liver fibrosis. For instance, Liu Gengtao’s team discovered that the components of Schisandra chinensis can protect liver cells and participate in the development of drugs such as biphenyl diesters, and have a significant effect in reducing the high serum alanine aminotransferase in hepatitis B patients.
l Promote liver cell regeneration: By enhancing the liver’s detoxification function and adrenal cortical function, it accelerates the recovery of liver function and improves systemic symptoms such as loss of appetite and fatigue.
2:Anti-fatigue and energy boost
l Relieving physical fatigue: Experimental data shows that after athletes undergo high-intensity training and take Schisandra chinensis extract, the clearance rate of blood lactic acid increases by 30%, and their exercise endurance is significantly enhanced.
l Improving mental fatigue: Its active ingredients can regulate the central nervous system, relieve mental stress such as anxiety and depression, and enhance brain vitality and memory.
3:Antioxidant and anti-aging
l Eliminating free radicals: The antioxidant activity of components such as schisandra chinensis and schisandra chinensis phenol is higher than that of vitamin E, which can inhibit lipid peroxidation and protect the integrity of cell membrane structure.
l Delaying the aging process: By reducing oxidative stress damage, it can prevent aging-related diseases such as cardiovascular diseases and Alzheimer’s disease. Its extracts are often used in anti-aging health products.
4:Immune regulation and disease prevention
l Enhancing the activity of immune cells: Schisandra polysaccharides can promote the phagocytic function of macrophages and the transformation of lymphocytes, enhance the body’s resistance, and have a regulatory effect on people with low immunity and those prone to colds.
l Adjuvant tumor treatment: Schisandra chinensis preparations are commonly used in clinical practice to regulate the immune function of tumor patients after radiotherapy and chemotherapy and improve their quality of life.
5:Neural regulation and sleep improvement
l Sedative and calming: Components such as Schisandra chinensis A and alcohol A have sedative effects, which can prolong sleep time and improve symptoms such as insomnia and frequent dreams.
l Relieving neurasthenia: It is often combined with jujube seed, cypress seed, etc. to treat symptoms of neurasthenia such as palpitations and anxiety.
6:cardiovascular protection
l Improving myocardial blood supply: Schisandra chinensis can dilate coronary arteries, regulate heart rate, and has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and arrhythmia.
l Lowering blood pressure: By improving microcirculation, it helps maintain stable blood pressure.
7:blood glucose regulation
Schisandra chinensis A can promote the repair of pancreatic islet cells, assist in regulating blood sugar levels, and improve the symptoms of thirst and polydipsia in diabetic patients.
Ii. Application Fields and Product Forms
1:the field of medicine
As an auxiliary therapeutic component for diseases such as hepatitis, chronic fatigue syndrome and neurasthenia, it has been included in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia. For instance, preparations such as Schisandra Granules and Schisandra syrup are often used in clinical practice.
2:health supplement market
Products such as liver-protecting tablets, anti-fatigue capsules and calming oral liquid have been developed for people who stay up late, those in a sub-healthy state and the middle-aged and elderly. The annual sales of a certain brand of liver-protecting tablets have exceeded 200 million yuan, with a repurchase rate of 65%.
3:cosmetics industry
Taking advantage of its antioxidant properties, it can be added to anti-wrinkle essences, whitening masks and other skin care products. An international brand combined Schisandra chinensis extract with hyaluronic acid to launch a “Dual-effect Anti-aging Cream”, which sold over 100,000 bottles in its first month on the market.
4:Functional foods and beverages
It can be added to sports drinks, energy bars and health teas to meet consumers’ demands for “natural health”. For instance, a certain brand of sports drink replaced artificial caffeine with Schisandra chinensis extract. After its launch, its market share increased by 12%.
5:Innovation in Animal husbandry
As a feed additive, it enhances the immunity of animals and improves meat quality. After a certain aquatic feed enterprise added Schisandra chinensis extract, the survival rate of fish fry increased by 20%, and the content of Omega-3 fatty acids in fish meat increased by 15%.
Every drop of Schisandra chinensis extract embodies millennia of wisdom in health preservation—it is not merely a remedy, but a cultural legacy, a testament to tradition, and a testament to our unwavering pursuit of a healthy life.
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Post time: Dec-16-2025