What can you do with Schisandra berries?

What can you do with Schisandra berries?

How to Use Schisandra: To make schisandra berry tea at home, simmer 1 to 2 Tblsp. of the dried berries in 2 cups of water in a small, covered saucepan for 15 to 20 minutes. This will yield a much more medicinal and flavorful cup of tea than simply pouring boiled water over the herb.

Can you eat Schisandra berries?

Schisandra berries are safe to consume and have an unusual flavor reminiscent of a redcurrant crossed with a slightly salty goji berry. The seeds can also be swallowed and are believed to aid in digestion. In some people, schisandra has been known to cause heartburn, upset stomach, decreased appetite, and stomach pain.

Does Schisandra increase estrogen?

This reduces endogenous estrogen in the body, which helps maintain a healthy estrogen balance. Schisandra chinensis contains dibenzo[a,c]cyclooctadiene lignans, a type of phytoestrogen. In addition, schisandra may also decrease endogenous sex hormone exposure by increasing the excretion of their metabolites.

How much Schisandra berry should I take?

For improving mental and physical performance: 500 mg to 2 grams of schisandra extract daily or 1.5-6 grams of crude schisandra daily. 5-15 grams daily of a boiled tea made from crude schisandra has also been used. People have also taken 100 mg of schisandra extract twice daily.