Goji Berry (Gou Qi Zi)

Goji berry, known as Gou Qi Zi or Wolfberry in Chinese, is the dried fruit of Lycium barbarum. A treasured TCM tonic for over 2,000 years, it is often called the “Bright Vision Fruit” for its eye-nourishing properties.

TCM Properties

• Taste: Sweet
• Nature: Neutral
• Meridians: Liver, Kidney
• Functions: Nourishes liver and kidney, benefits essence, brightens eyes

Key Benefits

1. Nourishes Liver & Kidney

Goji berry enriches liver and kidney yin, helpful for dizziness, lower back weakness, and essence depletion.

2. Brightens Vision

Goji is renowned for improving eyesight, commonly used for blurry vision and dry eyes from liver-kidney deficiency.

3. Anti-Aging

Rich in lycium polysaccharides and carotenoids, goji berry has antioxidant and anti-aging effects.

4. Supports Immunity

Modern studies suggest goji berry supports immune function and protects liver cells.

Classic Preparations

Goji Tea

• 10-15g goji berries in hot water
• Drink as tea, berries can be eaten
• Simple daily wellness

Goji Chrysanthemum Tea

• 10g goji, 5g chrysanthemum
• Steep in hot water
• Clears liver heat, brightens eyes

Goji Congee

• 15g goji berries with rice
• Cook as porridge
• Nourishes liver-kidney, beautifies

Precautions

• Use with caution if spleen deficient with loose stools
• Avoid during external fever
• Best not steeped with green tea (tannins may reduce absorption)