Evidence supporting the use of: Goji
For the health condition: Menopause
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Goji berries (Lycium barbarum), also known as wolfberries, have a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In TCM, goji is believed to nourish the liver and kidneys, improve vitality, and support overall well-being, which are considered important for women experiencing menopausal symptoms. Traditionally, goji is used to alleviate symptoms such as fatigue, night sweats, and dizziness, which may be associated with menopause.
However, there is very limited direct scientific evidence specifically supporting goji berry’s efficacy in treating or alleviating menopausal symptoms. Most modern research on goji focuses on its antioxidant, neuroprotective, and general health-promoting properties. Some small studies suggest goji may help with mood and sleep, but these are not menopause-specific. There is a lack of robust clinical trials addressing its effects on hot flashes, hormonal balance, or other primary menopausal symptoms.
Overall, the use of goji for menopause is primarily based on traditional use rather than strong scientific validation. The available evidence supporting its use for this specific condition is weak, and more targeted research is needed to substantiate any claims regarding its benefits for menopausal women.
Other ingredients used for Menopause
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)alfalfa
aloe vera
ashwagandha
asparagus
astragalus
black cohosh
black currant
Indian frankincense
bupleurum falcatum
burdock
calcium
chaste tree
cordyceps
damiana
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
DIM (diindolylmethane)
dog rose
dong quai root
eleuthero
evening primrose oil
fenugreek
fish oil
flaxseed
genistein
genistin
hibiscus
HMR lignan
hops
knotweed
jujube
kudzu
licorice root
lignans
maca
marine lipid
melatonin
moringa
motherwort
nettle
okra
omega-3 fatty acids
ophiopogon root
pollen
pomegranate
rehmannia glutinosa
reishi mushroom
rose oil
saffron
sage
soybean
valerian root
vitamin B6
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
seaweed
wild yam
red clover
atractylodes
smilax
rubia cordifolia
bee pollen
lingzhi
root tuber
dioscorea
royal jelly
Equol (proprietary)
anemarrhena asphodeloides
barrenwort
goji berry
amaranth
soy isoflavones
27-deoxyactein
8-Prenylnaringenin
akebia
Antler
Achyranthes
Alchemilla
Agrimonia pilosa
Agnuside
Ashoka
Anemarrhena
Atractylone
Black Seed
Banyan
Bioflavonoids
Black root
Chinese Silkvine
Cohosh
Clary sage
Cnidium
Cynomorium
Crinum latifolium
DHEA
Danshen
Daidzein
Durian
Dong Quai
Elk antler
Evening Primrose
Isoflavones
Lotus
Prickly Pear Cactus
Rose
Rhubarb
Soy Protein
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by Goji
Aging (prevention)Anemia
Arthritis
Asthma
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Constipation (adults)
Convalescence
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Fatigue
Free Radical Damage
Gastritis
Glaucoma
Heart (weakness)
Hypertension
Inflammation
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Osteoporosis
Sleep (restless and disturbed)
Stress
Triglycerides (high)
Wounds and Sores