It’s a fruit that’s used in traditional Chinese and Russian medicine as a tonic for hunger, fatigue, aging, and better mental health. Some people may get rashes or have heartburn, indigestion, and other stomach problems from eating schisandra or taking it supplements. (rashes) or gastrointestinal problems such as:
It’s unclear if schisandra is safe for babies and for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid using schisandra if you have:
- Epilepsy
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Peptic ulcers
- High brain pressure