Schisandra
14 benefits mapped to clinical evidence across supplements.
Dose per serving from products
168 products in our catalogue print how much Schisandra a serving holds.
Most common: 50 mg to 100 mg, 26% of 168 products.
| Dose per serving | Products |
|---|---|
| 10 mg or less | 8 |
| 10 mg to 25 mg | 3 |
| 25 mg to 50 mg | 42 |
| 50 mg to 100 mg | 44 |
| 100 mg to 250 mg | 43 |
| 250 mg to 500 mg | 8 |
| 500 mg to 1 g | 9 |
| 1 g to 2.5 g | 11 |
Benefit Evidence
Research sources
Endurance (2)
- Effect of Schisandra chinensis Baillon extracts and regular low-intensity exercise on muscle strength and mass in older adults: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33710261
12‑week Schisandra supplementation increased knee extensor strength (right +10.2 Nm, left +6.7 Nm) in older adults—clear functional endurance/strength gains.
- Effect of Schisandra Chinensis Extract Supplementation on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Fatigue in Adult Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 32260466
Randomized trial showed ~7.7% increase in quadriceps strength and lower resting lactate—meaningful functional benefit for muscular performance.
Energy & Fatigue (2)
- Effect of Schisandra chinensis Baillon extracts and regular low-intensity exercise on muscle strength and mass in older adults: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33710261
Knee extension strength gains in older adults without change in mass indicate functional energetic improvements.
- Effect of Schisandra Chinensis Extract Supplementation on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Fatigue in Adult Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 32260466
Increased quadriceps strength and decreased resting lactate suggest improved muscle energetic status and lower baseline fatigue in post‑menopausal women.
Exercise recovery (2)
- Effect of Schisandra chinensis Baillon extracts and regular low-intensity exercise on muscle strength and mass in older adults: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33710261
Strength gains without mass change in older adults imply functional recovery/adaptation benefits during low‑intensity exercise training.
- Effect of Schisandra Chinensis Extract Supplementation on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Fatigue in Adult Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 32260466
Lower resting lactate and increased muscle strength after 12 weeks suggests enhanced recovery/metabolic handling at rest and after activity.
Blood sugar (1)
- Efficacy and Safety of Omija (Schisandra chinensis) Extract Mixture on the Improvement of Hyperglycemia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 35956334
Randomized trial of Omija (Schisandra) + soybean mixture in hyperglycemic subjects significantly lowered fasting/postprandial glucose, insulin AUC and improved fructosamine and LDL—strong clinical evidence though mixture is a confounder.
Immune support (1)
- Impact of Chisan (ADAPT-232) on the quality-of-life and its efficacy as an adjuvant in the treatment of acute non-specific pneumonia
PubMed ID: 16323290
ADAPT‑232 (contains Schisandra) shortened acute phase of pneumonia and improved recovery QOL—suggests adjuvant immune support though multi‑herb and antibiotics were coadministered.
Antioxidant (1)
- Improvement of liver function in humans using a mixture of schisandra fruit extract and sesamin
PubMed ID: 22610748
Randomized trial of Schisandra+sesamin reduced ALT/AST and improved multiple antioxidant markers and enzyme activities—strong RCT evidence of antioxidant effects.
Blood circulation (1)
- Neuropeptide Y stimulation as primary target for preventive measures of maladaptative cardiovascular reactions in occupational chronic stress exposure
PubMed ID: 23272529
Adaptogens improved cardiovascular responses in chronically stressed military personnel—supports circulatory/ cardiovascular modulation (multi‑component intervention).
Focus & concentration (1)
- Double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised study of single dose effects of ADAPT-232 on cognitive functions
PubMed ID: 20374974
Single dose of ADAPT‑232 improved attention, processing speed and accuracy in stressed volunteers—supports short‑term focus/concentration benefits (multi‑herb).
Liver support (1)
- Improvement of liver function in humans using a mixture of schisandra fruit extract and sesamin
PubMed ID: 22610748
Randomized placebo‑controlled trial of Schisandra fruit extract + sesamin produced consistent reductions in ALT/AST and improved hepatic oxidative markers and imaging—strong liver‑directed clinical evidence.
Mental clarity (1)
- Double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised study of single dose effects of ADAPT-232 on cognitive functions
PubMed ID: 20374974
Single dose of ADAPT‑232 improved attention, speed and accuracy two hours after dosing—rapid cognitive/clarity effect (multi‑herb).
Stress resilience (1)
- Neuropeptide Y stimulation as primary target for preventive measures of maladaptative cardiovascular reactions in occupational chronic stress exposure
PubMed ID: 23272529
Adaptogen administration in chronically stressed military personnel improved cardiovascular responses and stress tolerance—supports stress resilience (multi‑component intervention).
Hormone balance (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of Schisandra chinensis for menopausal symptoms
PubMed ID: 27763802
Single‑herb Schisandra extract reduced menopausal symptom scores (Kupperman Index) suggesting clinically meaningful influence on menopausal/hormone‑related symptoms.
Mood balance (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of Schisandra chinensis for menopausal symptoms
PubMed ID: 27763802
Schisandra extract reduced overall menopausal symptom scores (Kupperman Index) including vasomotor symptoms which often affect mood.
Skin health (1)
- Comprehensive Evaluation of a Cream With Advanced Soothing Complex for Skin Recovery Following Intense Pulsed Light Therapy
PubMed ID: 41622613
Topical formulation containing Schisandra improved skin hydration, reduced TEWL and erythema versus control in a split‑face trial—strong cosmetic/skin outcome though product had multiple actives.
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Products with Schisandra
Search all573 products whose verified label declares Schisandra — not every bottle that mentions it in a title.