Functions of Omija

Functions of Omija
1) Pharmacological action of Omija

| Antioxidation

Antioxidation and liver protection from 13 lignans (ex:schisandrin B,C, gomisin A,B,N) including schisandrene(2006, Choi Y,W. and others; 2005, Ma D and others; 2004, Chiu P,Y, and others; 2004, Kushnerova N,F and others; 2001, Opletal L and others; 2000, Zhu M and others; 2000, Ip S,P, and others; 1999, Zhu M and others; 1996, Ip S,P, and others; 1996, Ip S,P, and others; 1995, Ko K, M and others)

| Stimulation of respiratory system

Promotes breathing and increases breathing frequency and tidal volume
(Harwood Academic Publishers, The Netherlands, PP 653-657, 1998)

| Prevention of cardiovascular disease

Controls physiological functions in the cardiovascular system and improves poor circulation by Schisandrin B(2006, Pan S,Y and others)

| Activation of central nervous system

Schisandrin  'A' stimulates the central nervous system and eases feelings of helplessness and depression in psychiatric patients.(2001, Opletal L and others)

| Activation of anti-inflammation by controlling cancer

Schisandrin 'B' and gomisin 'A' suppress cancer and promote anti-inflammation activities. (2005, Quiangrong Pand and others' 1992, Yasukawa K and others)

| Control of symptoms of menopause
The proestrogen in Omija prevents osteoporosis, breast cancer, and prostatic carcinoma and eases anxiety and irritation during this time (2004, Lee Y, J and others)

Efficacy

The rich malic acid content in Omija is effective in improving nutrition and kidney function, preventing colds, and relieving fatigue, coughs, and thirst. The fruit is also useful in easing coughs and hoarseness. The sour taste helps the lungs to contract. Therefore, Omija is very effective in easing coughing and asthma for patient with chronic bronchiectasis.

This small red fruit is effective in controlling oughs and phlegm for those who work in bad air conditions. Omija Tea is also useful when children have a cough. Omija has been widely used as a nutritional supplement for a long time. It is particularly effective for those who are mentally stressed, such as test-takers, because it increases concentration by relaxing the nerves and clearing the head. Drinking Omija Tea every day may relieve daytime fatigue, stiffness, and memory loss.

Effects

Omija tastes sour (peel), sweet (flesh), pungent (seed), and, in general, salty. The sour flavor is good for the liver, the pungent flavor for the lungs, the our for the heart, the seet for the spllen, and the salty taste for the kidneys.

• Liver protection and detoxication
• Hepatitis treatment
• Prevention of stress ulcers, relief of pain, and control of gastric juice production
• Strengthening of central nervous system
• Antibacterial
• Relieves coughs and phlegm
• Boosts energy and stamina
• Improves poor circulation