Herbal Information for Lycium Fruit in Whole Form
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Lycium fruit, known as Gou Qi Zi, refers to the berries of the Lycium barbarum plant, commonly known as Goji berries in the West. These berries are highly valued in TCM for their rich nutritional content and medicinal properties.
Health Benefits and Uses in TCM:
- Nourishing the Liver and Kidneys: Gou Qi Zi is believed to benefit the liver and kidneys, which in TCM are vital organs associated with general vitality, healthy vision, and fluid balance.
- Improving Vision: Due to its liver-nourishing properties, Gou Qi Zi is often used to enhance vision and treat eye-related conditions.
- Enhancing Yin Energy: The berries are used to strengthen Yin, which can help counterbalance conditions associated with Yin deficiency such as dizziness, tinnitus, and premature aging.
- Boosting Essence (Jing): Gou Qi Zi is thought to fortify Jing, which is a concept in TCM related to life essence. This is particularly important for aging, reproductive health, and vitality.
- Improving Blood Production: The berries are also used to help produce blood, benefiting individuals with conditions like anemia or during convalescence.
- Strengthening the Immune System: Rich in antioxidants, Gou Qi Zi is used to boost the immune system and combat oxidative stress.
- Promoting Longevity: The berries are often consumed to promote longevity and maintain good health due to their high levels of antioxidants and essential nutrients.
Gou Qi Zi is often consumed as dried berries, made into teas, included in soups, or taken as part of herbal formulations in TCM to maximize its health benefits.
Product Specifications
Common Names: Lycium Fruit
Botanical Name: Lycium chinense
Channels/Meridians: Liver, Kidney, Lung
Pin Yin Name: Gou Qi Zi, You Ji Gou Qi Zi
Other Names: Goji Berries, Wolfberries, Chinese Wolfberry, Goji Berry, Tibetan Goji Berries, Lycii Fruit, Fruit of Wolfberry
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: One Pound (1lb)
Form: Whole Berry Form
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs Organic
Cautions: Do not take if nursing or pregnant.
Lycium Fruit, or Goji Berries have tons of popular uses including:
- In Stews
- Teas
- Soaking them in Wine
- Cooking Congee
- Chinese Tonic Soups
- Trail Mix
- Jams and Jelly
- Desserts
- Beer
- Cookies
- Muffins
Additional Information About Goji Berries
- Improves Brain Function
- Benefits Eye Sight
- Supports Natural Blood Sugar when used with diet and exercise
- Protects the Liver
- Rich in a variety of nutrients such as Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, Calcium, Vitamin C, Iron, potassium, calcium, sodium, zinc, iron, copper, chromium, strontium, lead, nickel, cadmium, cobalt, magnesium and Amino Acids.
Product Properties: Sweet, Neutral
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Each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by in-house lab and independent third party lab. In-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatograph, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc.
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- Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen)
- Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic
References
https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/natural/1025.html
https://tcmwiki.com/wiki/gou-qi-zi
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/GouQiZi.html
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8051317/
https://www.nuhs.edu/goji-berries-gou-qi-zi/
