Schisandra Berry

Also Known As : Five-flavour berry, Omicha, Wu wei zi

Technical Name : Schisandra chinensis

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has salty, sour, sweet, spicy and bitter flavour.

Usage Tips

Schisandra berry can be eaten as fresh and dried.
It can also be made into juice.

Common names and forms

Chokeberry
Organic Schisandra Berry
Organic Schizandra Berries

Description

Schisandra berry is a fruit bearing vine native to Asia and North America. These are purple-red colored berries that grow on a vine in long clusters.It is one of the most potent groups in terms of antioxidant content, which is part of the reason they are so widely sought for culinary applications.Schisandra berries are commonly used in candies, desserts, cakes, beverage flavoring, yogurt, juice, beer, ice cream, wine, syrup, and can even be brewed as a tea.

Health benefits

Schisandra berries can help to treat asthma.⁽¹⁾
These berries can also be used to treat cardiovascular issues such as high blood pressure.⁽¹⁾
Schisandra berry can help to improve liver function as well.⁽¹⁾
These berries can also help to get rid of fatigue.⁽¹⁾

Note

Schisandra berry can cause upset stomach, decreased appetite, stomach pain and heartburn. It should not be consumed by pregnant women, nursing women and children.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1,2) https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-benefits-of-schisandra-89075

- Disclaimer
"Information here is provided for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice or product or ingredient review/rating. The information may not apply to you and before you use or take any action, you should contact the manufacturer, seller, medical, dietary, fitness or other professional. If you utilize any information provided here, you do so at your own risk and you waive any right against Culinary Communications Private Limited, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees or representatives.”