By Jing Soda

Top 5 Benefits of our Favorite Super Berry!

One of the quintessential herbs of Chinese Medicine, Schizandra is an antioxidant-rich adaptogen. Schizandra was popular historically among the upper class in China, especially the women of the Imperial court due to its youth-preserving and rejuvenating effects. It is said that those who use Schizandra consistently will remain young in both appearance and physiology.
This super berry is featured in our Super Berry Jing Soda. Here's our Top 5 reasons we LOVE this super berry!

#1: GLOWING SKIN

Schizandra acts as a natural skin moisturizer, from the inside. One of the reasons the skin dries out and wrinkles as we age is that the body has a greater difficulty holding on to moisture on the cellular level. By using Schizandra, we can maintain juicier tissues and well-hydrated skin. It is said to also protect the skin from wind damage and harsh external elements.

#2: COMBAT STRESS

Schizandra is considered an adaptogenic herb which can be used to modulate adrenal secretion and increase the body’s ability to respond to stress. Adaptogenic herbs have innate wisdom to respond to the specific needs of your body. These are safe to use because they will not overstimulate the body and will support the natural healing process. 

#3: BALANCE HORMONES

Berries, such as Schizandra, are an excellent natural source of lignans, calcium d-glucarate, quercetin, and ellagic acid, all of which help to lower bad estrogen in the body. Schizandra is also known to promote healthy hormone balance and sexual function.

#4: LIVER LOVE

Schizandra has the ability to cleanse the liver and purify the blood. In fact, its a phase I and phase II liver detoxifier, which means it helps break down toxins as well as helps the body eliminate them.
#5: STRONG MIND
Schizandra is known to support concentration, memory, and alertness. This herb is considered to be one of the premium mind tonics of herbalism. Studies have shown Schizandra to support the prevention of neurodegenerative conditions due to aging as well as the enhancement of cognitive abilities.