Enhance immunity
Cynomorium songaricum polysaccharides can promote the phagocytic ability of macrophages, stimulate the proliferation of lymphocytes, regulate the secretion of cytokines (such as IL-2, TNF-α), and enhance the immune function of the body.
Antioxidation and anti-aging
Flavonoids and polysaccharides can eliminate free radicals (such as DPPH, ABTS+), inhibit lipid peroxidation, delay cellular aging, and may have preventive effects on cardiovascular diseases and neurodegenerative diseases (such as Alzheimer's disease).
Fatigue resistance and hypoxia tolerance:
Animal experiments have shown that Cynomospermum extract can increase liver glycogen reserves, reduce lactic acid and urea nitrogen levels after exercise, enhance exercise endurance, and improve survival ability in hypoxic environments.
Improve reproductive function
It can regulate the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, promote the secretion of sex hormones such as testosterone, improve the development of male reproductive organs, and has a potential therapeutic effect on hypogonadism.
Protect the intestines and regulate the microbiota:
Polysaccharide components can promote intestinal peristalsis, relieve constipation, and improve the intestinal microenvironment by regulating the intestinal flora (such as increasing the production of short-chain fatty acids by beneficial bacteria).
Anti-tumor and anti-inflammatory potential:
Some in vitro studies have shown that Cynomatum cynomatum extract can inhibit the proliferation of tumor cells (such as liver cancer and lung cancer cells) and exert anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting inflammatory pathways such as NF-κ B. However, its clinical application still needs further verification.
Cynomorium benefits:
Traditional Chinese medicine and health products
It is used in traditional Chinese patent medicines for tonifying the kidneys (such as Lock Yang Gu Jing Pills), tonic wines, or made into tablets, capsules and other health products, claiming to "resist fatigue" and "enhance immunity".
Functional foods
Add it to solid beverages and dietary supplements to take advantage of the health benefits of its polysaccharides and flavonoids.
Cosmetics
Due to its antioxidant effect, it is used in anti-aging skin care products (such as face cream and essence), claiming to "reduce wrinkles and brighten the complexion".
Animal Husbandry and Agriculture
As a plant-based feed additive, it enhances the immunity and production performance of animals.
