Goji
Chinese happiness berry (Lycium barbarum) rich in zeaxanthin, polysaccharides, and vitamin C. Traditional longevity food.
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The goji berry (Lycium barbarum), also called gou qi zi, has been used in Chinese medicine for over 2000 years as a longevity tonic. The small red berries are mainly cultivated in China27s Ningxia province.
Nutritional content
- Lycium Barbarum Polysaccharides (LBP): Immunomodulating polysaccharides
- Vitamin C: 30-50 mg per 100 g dried berries
Documented effects
Dosage
15-30 g dried berries/day or 3-5 g extract. Can be eaten as a snack, in muesli, or brewed as tea.
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