Goji Berry
17 benefits mapped to clinical evidence across supplements.
Dose per serving from products
29 products in our catalogue print how much Goji Berry a serving holds.
Most common: 500 mg to 1 g, 28% of 29 products.
| Dose per serving | Products |
|---|---|
| 5 mg or less | 1 |
| 5 mg to 10 mg | 3 |
| 10 mg to 25 mg | 4 |
| 25 mg to 50 mg | 7 |
| 50 mg to 100 mg | 0 |
| 100 mg to 250 mg | 3 |
| 250 mg to 500 mg | 3 |
| 500 mg to 1 g | 8 |
Dose per serving from research
7 study groups in 7 studies say how much Goji Berry participants took a day.
These are the doses the studies gave. They are not a recommendation.
Most common: 10 g to 25 g, 57% of 7 study groups.
| Daily dose | Study groups |
|---|---|
| 500 mg or less | 1 |
| 500 mg to 1 g | 0 |
| 1 g to 2.5 g | 1 |
| 2.5 g to 5 g | 0 |
| 5 g to 10 g | 0 |
| 10 g to 25 g | 4 |
| over 25 g | 1 |
Benefit Evidence
Research sources
Immune support (4)
- Immunomodulatory effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum fruit juice in Chinese older healthy human subjects
PubMed ID: 19857084
30‑day RCT in older adults showed increased lymphocyte counts, IL‑2 and IgG attributable to goji juice.
- Immunomodulatory effects of dietary supplementation with a milk-based wolfberry formulation in healthy elderly: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 22352435
Large RCT: wolfberry supplementation increased influenza‑specific IgG and seroconversion in elderly (improved adaptive response).
- The efficacy and safety of Huaiqihuang Granule in the treatment of childhood chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia: a multi-centre, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study ()
PubMed ID: 41421405
Multicenter RCT of Huaiqihuang (contains Lycium) improved platelet/bleeding outcomes in pediatric ITP — immune‑mediated disease benefit but multi‑component.
- [Observation of the effects of LAK/IL-2 therapy combining with Lycium barbarum polysaccharides in the treatment of 75 cancer patients]
PubMed ID: 7720497
Clinical series suggested Lycium polysaccharides enhanced NK/LAK activity and tumor response when added to immunotherapy (non‑randomized).
Antioxidant (4)
- Efficacy of Lycium barbarum (Goji berry) mouthwash for managing periodontitis: a randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 39640061
Goji mouthwash increased salivary antioxidant (protein thiol) levels compared with chlorhexidine.
- Lycium barbarum (goji) juice improves in vivo antioxidant biomarkers in serum of healthy adults
PubMed ID: 19185773
30‑day RCT increased SOD and GSH‑Px and decreased MDA in healthy older adults — direct antioxidant biomarker improvements.
- Goji berry effects on macular characteristics and plasma antioxidant levels
PubMed ID: 21169874
Large RCT showed +57% total antioxidant capacity and increased plasma zeaxanthin with a milk‑based goji formulation.
- Dietary Wolfberry Extract Modifies Oxidative Stress by Controlling the Expression of Inflammatory mRNAs in Overweight and Hypercholesterolemic Subjects: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 28027641
Wolfberry extract altered antioxidant enzymes, reduced lymphocyte DNA damage in overweight/hypercholesterolemic subjects.
Eye health (4)
- Macular pigment optical density responses to different levels of zeaxanthin in patients with high myopia
PubMed ID: 35044504
High‑myopia patients receiving goji‑derived zeaxanthin had greater MPOD increases than lutein at 3 months.
- Goji berry effects on macular characteristics and plasma antioxidant levels
PubMed ID: 21169874
90‑day milk‑based goji formulation raised plasma zeaxanthin and protected macular appearance in elderly subjects.
- Delay of cone degeneration in retinitis pigmentosa using a 12-month treatment with Lycium barbarum supplement
PubMed ID: 30877066
12‑month RCT in retinitis pigmentosa showed preserved macular thickness and VA stability with Lycium supplement.
- Goji Berry Intake Increases Macular Pigment Optical Density in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Pilot Trial
PubMed ID: 34959963
90‑day RCT: 28 g/day goji increased MPOD in healthy middle‑aged adults — direct benefit for macular protection/comfort.
Healthy aging (4)
- Delay of cone degeneration in retinitis pigmentosa using a 12-month treatment with Lycium barbarum supplement
PubMed ID: 30877066
In retinitis pigmentosa patients, Lycium preserved macular thickness and visual stability over 12 months — neuroprotective signal for aging retina.
- Lycium barbarum (goji) juice improves in vivo antioxidant biomarkers in serum of healthy adults
PubMed ID: 19185773
30‑day RCT in older adults increased SOD and GSH‑Px and reduced MDA — markers consistent with healthy aging support.
- Goji berry effects on macular characteristics and plasma antioxidant levels
PubMed ID: 21169874
Elderly RCT showed increased antioxidants and preservation of macular characteristics, relevant to aging‑related eye health.
- Goji Berry Intake Increases Macular Pigment Optical Density in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Pilot Trial
PubMed ID: 34959963
Increased macular pigment in middle‑aged adults after 90 days — may reduce AMD risk and support healthy aging of vision.
Nutrition source (2)
- Goji berry effects on macular characteristics and plasma antioxidant levels
PubMed ID: 21169874
Large RCT: milk‑based goji formulation raised plasma zeaxanthin (+26%) and total antioxidant capacity (+57%).
- Goji Berry Intake Increases Macular Pigment Optical Density in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Pilot Trial
PubMed ID: 34959963
28 g/day whole goji for 90 days substantially increased dietary zeaxanthin intake and skin carotenoids, indicating nutrient delivery.
Vitality (2)
- The effects of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide on oxidative stress and sperm health in varicocele patients: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 41032943
Improved testosterone and multiple sperm parameters in varicocele patients signal enhanced reproductive vitality and related wellbeing.
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Trial reported broad improvements in well‑being, energy and other vitality‑related self‑ratings after goji intake.
Wellbeing (2)
- Lycium barbarum (goji) juice improves in vivo antioxidant biomarkers in serum of healthy adults
PubMed ID: 19185773
Objective increases in antioxidant enzymes and reduced lipid peroxidation in older adults support general health and wellbeing.
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Randomized double‑blind study reported consistent, multi‑domain improvements in well‑being, energy, sleep and mental acuity.
Metabolism (1)
- Practical Application of Antidiabetic Efficacy of Lycium barbarum Polysaccharide in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
PubMed ID: 25381995
In T2D, Lycium polysaccharide lowered postprandial glucose AUC and improved insulinogenic index and early HDL — direct metabolic effects.
Blood circulation (1)
- Enhancing the cardiovascular protective effects of a healthy dietary pattern with wolfberry (Lycium barbarum): A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33964853
RCT: 15 g/day wolfberry modestly raised HDL and lowered modelled long‑term CVD risk/vascular age.
Heart health (1)
- Enhancing the cardiovascular protective effects of a healthy dietary pattern with wolfberry (Lycium barbarum): A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33964853
Randomized trial showed small but significant HDL increase and reduced modelled long‑term CVD risk with daily wolfberry.
Digestive support (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Randomized trial reported improved GI regularity and self‑reported digestive comfort after 14 days of goji juice.
Endurance (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Participants reported reduced fatigue and higher energy/vitality after 14 days of goji juice, suggesting improved stamina.
Energy & Fatigue (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Randomized trial reported increased self‑rated energy levels after 14 days of standardized goji juice.
Mental clarity (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
14‑day trial reported improved mental acuity/self‑reported clarity with goji juice in healthy adults.
Mood balance (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Self‑reported reductions in fatigue/stress and improved wellbeing were observed after 14 days of goji juice.
Sleep quality (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Subjects reported improved sleep quality after 14 days of goji juice in a randomized, double‑blind trial.
Stress resilience (1)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (Goji) Juice, GoChi
PubMed ID: 18447631
Participants reported reduced stress and fatigue after 14 days of goji juice in a randomized trial.
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Products with Goji Berry
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