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Goji berry (Lycium barbarum)

Polysaccharide · Eye health · Antioxidant
Tier 3 — Trending

What it is

Dried berry containing zeaxanthin, lutein, and Lycium barbarum polysaccharides (LBP). Small RCTs show retinal pigment density improvement and modest antioxidant biomarker changes. Caution with warfarin (multiple case reports of INR elevation) and CYP2C9 substrates.

Efficacy
2/5
Safety
4/5
Research
3/5
Onset
3/5
Cost
4/5
Drug-int.
3/5

Dose

15-30 g dried berries OR 5-10 g LBP-standardised extract

Time of day & tips

Avoid with warfarin; pair with lutein for eye-health stack; high vitamin A content if consumed in bulk.

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