Evidence supporting the use of: Schisandra
For the body system: Adrenal Medulla

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as an adaptogen, a class of herbs believed to help the body resist stress and support overall vitality. In TCM, Schisandra is thought to "stabilize and bind" and to support the body's energy, including the balance of Qi, which may be interpreted in modern terms as supporting the stress response. While the adrenal medulla is not specifically referenced in traditional systems, Schisandra's use to improve resilience to stress indirectly relates to the adrenal glands, which are responsible for producing stress hormones such as adrenaline and noradrenaline.

Scientific studies have explored Schisandra's adaptogenic properties, antioxidant effects, and influence on stress response in animal models and limited human trials. However, most research focuses on the adrenal cortex (cortisol production) rather than the adrenal medulla (adrenaline production). There is minimal direct evidence showing that Schisandra specifically supports the adrenal medulla. Instead, its traditional use as a general adaptogen forms the primary rationale for its inclusion in formulas aimed at supporting the adrenal system. Overall, Schisandra's use for supporting the adrenal medulla is justified primarily by tradition, with limited supporting evidence from modern scientific studies.

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