Have you ever heard of Cistanche ? I didn’t . During the pandemic I have extensive reading on a variety of subjects. Since I enjoy plants I do most of my reading of species of plants for the garden as well as medicinal use. The major component of Cistanche tubulosa extract has been researched , studied and has published medical benefits.
Cistanche health benefits include enhancing immunity, sexual health, antioxidation, and neuroprotection. It's known for its anti-aging properties It has shown to improve sexual function in both men and females. Maybe you have heard of this plant. Cistanche goes by many different names: cistanche tubulosa, cistanche sinensis, cistanche sala, and cistanche deserticola. It is also called Rou Cong Rong by the Chinese and nicknamed “ginseng of the desert In Asian cultures it is used as anti aging plant with others. It is a powerful antioxidant which account for its anti aging properties. It has been shown to promote T cell lymphocyte production thus increasing life span.
The supplementation of Citanche has been shown to increase naïve T cells and natural killer ( NK) cells which decreasing pro inflammatory markers as Interleukin 6. There are other supplements which decrease the inflammatory marker, IL 6 as CHEA and omega 3 oils.
More needs to be studied on this herb. Cistanche could be opportunity to live a longer healthier life.