Can Schisandra berries be steeped in water for consumption?

Apr 15, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, Schisandra berries can be steeped in water and consumed, but it is important to control the intake amount. Components such as schisandrin in Schisandra berries can promote the repair and regeneration of liver cells, reducing the burden on the liver. Schisandra has a calming effect, helping to improve sleep quality and relieve anxiety. It may also have a regulatory effect on symptoms such as chronic cough with shortness of breath, spontaneous sweating, night sweats, premature ejaculation, and spermatorrhea.

Generally, Schisandra berries can be steeped in water for consumption, but it is important to control the intake amount. A detailed explanation is as follows:

Schisandra contains lignans such as schisandrin, which can promote the repair and regeneration of liver cells, thus reducing the burden on the liver. It also has a calming effect, helping to improve sleep quality and relieve anxiety. Schisandra may help regulate symptoms such as chronic cough, shortness of breath, spontaneous sweating, night sweats, and spermatorrhea or premature ejaculation. As Schisandra enters the kidney meridian, it can nourish the kidneys and assist in improving symptoms caused by kidney qi deficiency. Additionally, Schisandra can moisten the lungs and relieve coughing, effectively alleviating dry cough and other symptoms of irritation-induced coughing.

However, it should be consumed in moderation. Schisandra has a warm nature, and excessive consumption may cause symptoms such as heatiness or dry mouth. It is recommended to control the dosage each time to avoid overconsumption. Special populations such as pregnant women, nursing mothers, children, and individuals with allergic constitutions should use Schisandra with caution. These groups have more sensitive physical conditions, and the medicinal properties of Schisandra may have adverse effects.

We recommend purchasing Schisandra from reputable sources to ensure its quality and safety, avoiding inferior or processed products. In daily diets, it is also important to maintain balanced nutrition and avoid relying solely on a single ingredient or herb for health regulation.

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