Goji berry

Fruits

Goji berry

枸杞子
NeutralAll SeasonsDamp-forming: No

Nutritional Value

5 / 5

Organ Affinities

LiverKidney

Tonifies

YinBlood

Therapeutic Properties

Anti-inflammatory
Pain Relief
Calm the Spirit
Cholesterol Lowering
Diuretic
Soothes Heartburn
Healthy Pregnancy
Supports Sleep
Promotes Lactation

Quick Facts

ThermalNeutral
SeasonAll Seasons
ClassificationFruits
Damp-formingNo

AHM Properties

Goji berry, known in classical texts as Gou Qi Zi, ranks among the top Liver and Kidney Yin tonics in AHM dietary medicine. It replenishes Blood, supports clear vision, enriches Yin, and moistens the Lung. As a traditional longevity food, it is well matched for dizziness, blurred or dry eyes, lumbar weakness, and Kidney Essence deficiency. The goji berry has long been celebrated as one of the most valued anti-aging foods within the AHM tradition.

Goji berries are rich in polysaccharides, betaine, and zeaxanthin with documented anti-inflammatory activity that supports their AHM role in nourishing Liver Blood and Kidney Yin while clearing deficiency Heat.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in excess fire patterns. Use with caution in Spleen deficiency with diarrhoea.

Clinically authored and reviewed by Dr. Katrina Chojnicki-Hill, DAOM, AP, Dipl. OM. Cross-referenced against American Dragon Herbs and classical AHM sources. For educational purposes only — consult a qualified AHM practitioner for personalised advice.

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