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Known as a wonder food in Asia for centuries, the goji berry was the subject of poetry and legend which persuaded local people to enjoy its benefits.

Actual Goji research outside of China, however, was quite rare until a few years ago.

Since the early 1980s, Goji has been the subject of a number of important clinical studies, including several published by the State Scientific and Technological Commission in China.

These studies have documented the antioxidant and immune-stimulating properties of Goji (Register #4848484 and #5858585).

More recent studies in the 1990s have lent additional scientific support.

Today, many of the legendary health-giving properties of lycium barbarum (goji's Latin name) are being confirmed in modern scientific studies.

Goji research does show several exciting effects that relate to cancer. Research shows it has the effect of strengthening the immune system.

This would allow the body to perhaps not allow a cancerous tumor to start growing in the first place.

Goji has been shown to inhibit LDL production, lowering cholesterol. This should have a positive effect on the liver and gallbladder that do not function properly if too much cholesterol is present. Gallstones are made of cholesterol and when the levels are lowered, they often dissolve or reduce in size. The result is that if the liver and gallbladder are functioning better, they will do their job of removing toxins that may be linked to altering DNA and promoting cancer growth.

Scientists believe that Goji's are one of a very a small group of 'super- foods' that have up to twenty times the anti-oxidant power of other foods. These super-foods provide more anti-oxidant power than mega-doses of vitamin supplements. They found that Goji berries contain 22 polysaccharides - some of which are totally unique to this plant. One of these polysaccharides has been found to be a powerful secretagogue - a substance that stimulates the pituitary gland to secret the rejuvenative human growth hormone, which helps build muscle tone and repair skin cells. By helping to mop up free radicals before they can damage DNA, Goji helps prevent cancers from ever starting and researchers now report that Goji's blend of amino acids can actually repair already damaged DNA, converting it back to its cancer free form.

The Goji Berry is also loaded with nutrients. It contains 19 Amino Acids, (six times higher than bee pollen) more Beta Carotene than carrots, more Iron than spinach, 21 Trace Minerals, including germanium and far more Vitamin C by weight than oranges! The 13 % protein in the Goji Berry is higher than whole wheat, and displays an insulin like action that is affective in fat decomposition. The Goji Berry is loaded with many other vitamins and minerals including Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamins B1, B2, B6, Vitamin E and solavetivone, a powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial compound. Truly an incredible food and the best part is the Goji Berry in juice form, or dried, tastes great! Sweet and delicious somewhat like a cranberry or a cherry!

Goji and Free Radical Prevention

Goji and Ehanced Immune Response

Goji and Anti Fatigue Effects

Goji and Weight Loss

by clicking on these links to the PubMed website.

Goji is known as the “longevity fruit.” Its unique master molecule polysaccharides and powerful antioxidants defend against premature aging, fighting free-radical damage throughout the body.

Ranked as one of Asia’s premier adaptogens, goji increases exercise tolerance, stamina, and endurance. It helps to eliminate fatigue, especially when recovering from illness.

Goji stimulates the release by the pituitary gland of hGH human growth hormone), the youth hormone. The benefits of hGH are extensive and include reduction of body fat, better sleep, improved memory, accelerated healing, restored libido, and a more youthful appearance.

A 1998 research study showed that increased blood pressure could be prevented significantly by goji’s master molecule polysaccharides.

Goji is one of the only plant species on earth that contains the anti-cancer mineral germanium. Its antioxidants and unique polysaccharides can halt the genetic mutations that can lead to cancer.

Goji contains beta-sitosterol, which has been shown to lower cholesterol levels.

Goji has been used in China for the treatment of adult-onset diabetes for many years, and its polysaccharides have been shown to help balance blood sugar and insulin response. It also contains betaine, which can prevent fatty liver disease and vascular damage often seen in diabetics.

In an Asian anti-obesity study, patients were given goji each morning and each afternoon. Results were excellent with most patients losing significant weight. In another study, goji polysaccharides were shown to reduce body weight by enhancing the conversion of food into energy instead of fat.

Goji contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that benefits the heart and blood pressure. Its anthocyanins help to maintain the strength and integrity of coronary arteries.

More than 40 years of Chinese research have revealed goji’s ability to regulate immunity by commanding and controlling many of the body’s important defense functions. Goji polysaccharides enhance and balance the activity of all classes of immune cells, including T-cells, cytotoxic T-cells, NK cells, lysozyme, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and the immunoglobulins IgG and IgA.

Interleukin-2 (IL-2) is a crucial cytokine (cell protein) that induces potent anti-tumor responses in a variety of cancers. Goji polysaccharides have been shown in Chinese studies to enhance the production of IL-2. In the U.S., IL-2 has been under study as an immune promoting factor since 1983, used for some cancers and for HIV infection. Goji also has the ability to cause the death of tumor cells by inducing apoptosis, a process in which cancer cells are broken down and recycled.

 

Goji contains a novel cerebroside that was shown to protect liver cells, even from highly toxic chlorinated hydrocarbons.

Goji is the premier "brain tonic" in Asia. It contains betaine, which is converted in the body into choline, a substance that enhances memory and recall ability

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 Some Scientific Research On Goji

 

 

Goji and Weight Loss

[Study on the composition of Lycium barbarum polysaccharides and its effects on the growth of weanling mice]
[Article in Chinese]
Zhang M, Wang J, Zhang S. Food Science Department, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China.

In order to observe the effects of lycium barbarum polysaccharides (LBP-4) on the growth of weanling mice and the absorption of some metals in the their body, the composition of LBP-4 is determined. 120 female weanling mice are divided in random into 4 groups. They are fed on LBP-4 at the dose of 5, 10 and 20 mg/(kg.d) respectively. The taken feed weight and the body weight of mice are recorded everyday. After 21 days, the content of calcium, magnesium, zinc and iron in pygal muscles and femora of mice is determined. The results showed that LBP-4 is composed of six kinds of monosaccharides that can enhance food conversion rate and the content of zinc and iron in body of mice, and reduce the body weight. 

 

 

Goji and Cancer

A polysaccharide-protein complex from Lycium barbarum (Goji Berry) upregulates cytokine expression in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells. By Gan L, Zhang SH, Liu Q, Xu HB.

Institute of Pharmacy, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, People's Republic of China. ganlu07@163.com

The production of cytokine is a key event in the initiation and regulation of an immune response. Many compounds are now used routinely to modulate cytokine production, and therefore the immune response, in a wide range of diseases, such as cancer. Interleukin-2 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha are two important cytokines in antitumor immunity. In this study, the effects of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide-protein complex (LBP(3p)) on the expression of interleukin-2 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells were investigated by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and bioassay. Administration of LBP(3p) increased the expression of interleukin-2 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha at both mRNA and protein levels in a dose-dependent manner. The results suggest that LBP(3p) may induce immune responses and possess potential therapeutic efficacy in cancer.

 

Goji and Anti Fatigue Research

[Isolation and purification of Lycium barbarum polysaccharides and its antifatigue effect]
[Article in Chinese] Luo Q, Yan J, Zhang S.
Department of Hygiene, Hubei Medical University, Wuhan 430071, China.

A purified component of lycium barbarum polysaccharide (LBP-X) was isolated from lycium barbarum L. by DEAE ion-exchange cellulose and sephacryl gel chromatography. LBP-X was tested on five different doses (5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 mg.kg-1.d-1) in mice. The results showed that LBP-X induced a remarkable adaptability to exercise load, enhanced resistance and accelerated elimination of fatigue. LBP-X could enhance the storage of muscle and liver glycogen, increase the activity of LDH before and after swimming, decrease the increase of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) after strenuous exercise, and accelerate the clearance of BUN after exercise. The dosage of LBP-X 10 mg.kg-1.d-1 was the best amount among the five tested doses.

 

Goji and Free Radicals

[Experimental research on the role of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide in anti-peroxidation]
[Article in Chinese]
Zhang X. Beijing Military General Hospital.

In this work, the changes in electrical parameters of cell membrane of Xenopus Oocytes were determined using routine microelectrode electrophysiological technique after incubation of the cells in frog Ringer solution containing free radical producing system for 6 hours. It was observed that the resting membrane potential was raised, and the membrane resistance and time constant were decreased. The effects of free radical on the cells can be prevented and reversed by incubation with superoxide dismutase or Lycium barbarum polysaccharide.

 

 

 

 

 

Other Goji Clinical Studies

 

 

Goji and The Elderly

 

In several study groups of elderly people, Goji was given for 3 weeks. Many beneficial results were experienced and 67% of the patient's T-Cell transformation functions tripled. Many partially recovered their sexual function, and nearly all patients taking Goji reported better quality of sleep.

Goji as an Anit-flammatory

 

One study in China found that the ingestion of Goji resulted in a remarkable 40 percent increase of the extremely important anti-inflammatory enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD).

Goji and the Immune System

 

40 years of research have revealed Goji's ability to act as an adaptogen and boost the immune system and regulate immunity. Goji can also help to quiet a hyperactive immune system, bringing it back to a normal level.

More on Goji and Cancer

 

Goji is being investigated as a food that is capable of reducing the incidence of cancer and halting or reversing the growth of cancers. Goji berries contain four unique polysaccharides and phytonutrient compounds that neutralize free radical damage. Goji LBP polysaccharides enhance the production of Interleukin-2 ( IL-2) a cytokine (cell protein) that induces potent anti-tumor responses in a variety of cancer models.

Pharmacological Studies

Lycium fruit (Goji) given to rats was found to lower cholesterol and blood sugar; given to rabbits, it inhibited the formation of atherosclerosis. Betaine, was shown to protect the livers of laboratory animals from the impact of toxic chemicals; other pharmacologic studies have shown that it is an anticonvulsant, sedative, and vasodilator. 
 

 

 

Journals and Magazines
The astounding benefits of Goji have been reported in many prestigious journals and magazines:

Journal of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, China Pharmacology and Toxicology, Chinese Herb News Magazine, Research Communications Molecular Pathology and Pharmacology, Chinese Patent Herbs, Chinese Herbs, Nature Reviews Drug Discovery, Chinese Oncology Magazine, Hygiene Research, Physiology Academic Journal, Chinese Stomatology, and many more.

 

 

 

 

 

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