What are the benefits of Cistanche?

Extracts of the herb Cistanche contain bioactive compounds that support immune function. Preclinical studies suggest Cistanche could help bolster immune defenses, reduce cancer risk, and increase lifespan. Human research shows that Cistanche can also help reduce neuroinflammation and protect brain function.

Can you take Cistanche everyday?

Besides its traditional use, the daily consumption of Herba Cistanche is believed to the key of the people with longevity in some region of China and Japan where known for longevity and oasis.

How often should I take Cistanche?

As a dietary supplement, take 200mg of Cistanche tubulosa powder once daily.

What is Herba Cistanches?

Cistanches Herba is one of the most valuable herbal drugs in traditional Chinese medicine, which supplements kidney functions, boosts the essence of blood, and moistens the large intestines to free stool (Medicine, 2005).

Does Cistanche increase testosterone?

Cistanche is a parasitic plant found in deserts and used in Chinese medicine. Cholesterol is a building block for many hormones found throughout the body. Cistanche has testosterone boosting properties, and is documented in reducing blood cholesterol levels.

Does Cistanche give you energy?

Energy and Metabolic Function: Cistanche helps maintain healthy metabolic function. It is often used to prevent fatigue and increase energy.

Does Cistanche work?

Multiple studies have shown that Cistanche may help: improve reproductive dysfunction and testis injury by regulating testosterone synthesis* (Wang et al., 2020) shorten erectile latency and prolong erectile duration* (Gu et al., 2016) (Gu et al., 2013)

Do I need to cycle Cistanche?

Though cistanche has a long history of being used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for extended periods of time without break, since cistanche alters the function of the endocrine system, I recommend cycling off cistanche for as long as it was used for.

What is Rou Cong Rong?

Ma (Ginseng of the desert) belonging to the Orobanchaceae family. Rou Cong Rong may have antioxidative and neuroprotective activities. This traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is used to help with pain, deficiency of kidney yang and may relieve constipation by moistening and smoothing stool.

How much is a Cistanche?

Recommended to take one to two grams, or 1/2 to 1 teaspoon, per day. Can also be added to hot water, other drinks or taken straight. This Cistanche supplement has a bitter and salty taste.

What is cistanche Tubulosa extract?

Cistanche tubulosa is a parasitic plant which has the capacity to improve memory, immunity, and sexual ability, reduce impotence, and minimize constipation.

Do I need to cycle cistanche?