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Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder

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Cistanche tubulosa, referred to as Rou Cong Rong, is a parasitic plant native to the desert regions of China. The herb’s stems and bark have been used in Eastern medicine as a tonic due to its anti-aging and health-promoting effects on the body, which include improving immune and cognitive function, skin health, as well as boosting energy and libido.

Our Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder is a powerful herbal supplement to promote healthy aging, cognitive function, skin health, and natural vitality. Standardized to contain 22% Echinacoside and 6% Acteoside, this potent extract offers antioxidant support for longevity, energy, and overall well-being.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is for use as a dietary supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have underlying health conditions. Avoid excessive consumption and do not exceed the recommended serving size.

Cistanche tubulosa Benefits and Uses

Cistanche tubulosa, like the related species Cistanche deserticola, is a member of the Cistanche, Orobanchaceae plants - a group of fascinating parasitic herbs growing in the drier areas of Eurasia. The plant is well known in Traditional Chinese Medicine and other herbal medicine traditions for its potent antioxidant, anti-fatigue, skin health supporting, libido enhancing and healthy ageing benefits.

Anecdotally, Cistanche tubulosa and Cistanche deserticola may protect the brain against the negative effects of aging, improving the ability to learn and focus. Statistics looking at the diet of populations with the highest life expectancy, namely in Hotan and Okinawa, found that regular consumption of Cistanche tubulosa may be a contributing factor to longevity and well-being. It may also support healthy metabolism, boost libido, and support digestive health.

Phenyelthanoid glycosides are the active components present in Cistanche tubulosa and Cistanche deserticola responsible for the herb’s powerful properties. The glycosides Acteoside and Echinacoside are the most bioactive of these antioxidants. 

Our Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder is a powerful herbal supplement traditionally used to promote healthy aging, cognitive function, and natural vitality. Our Cistanche extract is of superior potency, standardized to contain 22% Echinacoside and 6% Acteoside. this potent extract offers antioxidant support for longevity, energy, and overall well-being. 

Cistanche tubulosa supplements are also known by a few different names, including:

  • *C. tubulosa *
  • Herba Cistanche
  • Ròucongróng
  • Cistanche salsa
  • Cistanches herba
  • Cistanche tubulosa
  • Broomrape
  • Orobanche
  • Cistanche
  • Cistanche deserticola

Scientific Consensus

Cistanche tubulosa is considered a safe and well-tolerated herbal supplement with no toxicity. While there are no official recommended doses for this supplement, Cistanche tubulosa has been considered safe in Chinese medicine for a thousand years. Some have experienced common mild side effects such as nausea and abdominal pain.

There is not enough data to say whether Cistanche tubulosa is safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or if it can be used by children.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is for use as a dietary supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have underlying health conditions. Avoid excessive consumption and do not exceed the recommended serving size.

Serving size is 200 mg. As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 servings up to 3 times per day. Please start with the lowest suggested single serving quantity to assess response.

Supplement Facts
Serving size: 200mg Servings per container: 25
Amount per serving % DV
Cistanche desterticola Stem extract] [(Std. to ≥22 Echinacoside ≥6% Acetoside) 200 mg
‡ Daily Value not established.

LiftMode offers a variety of unit sizes of HPLC-tested Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder, including a 5g unit, a 10g unit, a 20g unit and a 50g unit. Our Cistanche Tubulosa Extract Powder is of the highest quality.

Store securely in a dry cool location away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Do not take this or any other supplement, and instead consult doctor about use, if you are under the age of 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescription or OTC / nonprescription drugs, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions. Do not use if product safety seal was damaged or missing upon receipt.

The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the FDA. The products on this page are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Cistanche tubulosa, a desert plant used in traditional Chinese medicine, may help improve muscular strength and energy levels. Cistanche could support healthy aging.

Cistanche Tubulosa extract
Cistanche Tubulosa extract

Cistanche Tubulosa extract

Cistanche tubulosa, a desert plant used in traditional Chinese medicine, may help improve muscular strength and energy levels. Cistanche could support healthy aging.

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Shimoda, H; Tanaka, J; Takahara, Y; Takemoto, K; Shan, SJ; Su, MH (2009). “The hypocholesterolemic effects of Cistanche tubulosa extract, a Chinese traditional crude medicine, in mice”. Am J Chin Med. 37 (6): 1125–1138. doi:10.1142/S0192415X09007545.

Wang, L., Ding, H., Yu, H., han, L.-F., Lai, Q., Zhang, L., & Song, X. (2015). Cistanches Herba: Chemical Constituents and Pharmacological Effects. Chinese Herbal Medicines, 7(2), 135–142. doi:10.1016/s1674-6384(15)60017-x.

Wang, N., Ji, S., Zhang, H., Mei, S., Qiao, L., & Jin, X. (2017). Herba Cistanches: Anti-aging. Aging and disease, 8(6), 740–759. https://doi.org/10.14336/AD.2017.0720.

Gu, C., Yang, X., & Huang, L. (2016). Cistanches Herba: A Neuropharmacology Review. Frontiers in pharmacology, 7, 289. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2016.00289

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