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Product Name : Wolfberry Polysaccarides
Latin Name: Lycium barbarum
Descripton
Lycium’s value to human health was explored in China thousands of years ago. It has been cited in several ancient Chinese pharmacopoeia since the Tang Dynasty for its multiple health benefits such as nourishing the Yin, strengthening the eyes, liver and kidney and nourishing the blood. Lycium fruits are used in many herbal formulas(such as tea, soup, stew and wine) to maintain overall health when suffering from chronic conditions, such as weariness of the loins and legs, dizziness and tinnitus, visual degeneration, headaches, insomnia, chronic liver diseases, diabetes and hypertension. Modern scientists have extensively studied Lycium fruits for their nutrients and medical benefits. They have further substantiated the ancient medical applications such as maintaining healthy immune system (including specific and non-specific immune response), improving eye conditions, support liver function, maintaining healthy blood pressure and blood sugar. Lycium is also an excellent herb for antioxidant and anti-aging.
Function
Immune System Support
Many studies have shown Lycium fruits increase the lymphocyte transformation rate and improve the macrophage phagocytic function in animals. Lycium assists spleen lymphocyte transformation induced by Concavalin A5. Lycium increases the antibody reaction to T cell-dependant antigen (SRBC) which means that it selectively strengthen the T cell immune response6, it is believed to be the result of increasing the number of E receptors on the surface of T cells or increasing the numbers of T cells directly. Lycium also can be used to reduce lead toxicity by inhibiting the reduction of T cells and delayed allergy activity induced by lead. Besides, in a study it was showed that after taking Lycium, lysozyme, IgG, IgA and interleukin 2 (IL-2) in serum increased in all participants.
Anti-aging
Lycium fruit functions to maintain normal cell growth as well as improve DNA restoration and repair. It also has the function of anti-peroxidation of free radicals, therefore changing the electrical parameters of cell membranes to the normal range. In one study in China, a 48% increase of Super Oxide Dismutase and a 12% increase of hemoglobin were found in serum for all senior participants. A 65% decrease of LPO in serum was found in the same study. This indicates Lycium fruit may be a potent anti-oxidant, which may slow the aging process.
Cancer Prevention
Other studies from China show that Lycium fruit extract inhibits the gene mutation induced by TA98 and TA1008. Some scientists believe that Lycium fruit may be a very good supplement to prevent liver cancer because it exerts liver protection and anticancer effects at the same time.
Seventy-nine advanced cancer patients in a clinical trial in China were treated with LAK/IL-2 combined with Lycium extract. Initial results of the treatment from 75 available patients indicate that objective regression of cancer was achieved in patients with malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal carcinoma, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and malignant hydrothorax. The response rate of patients treated with LAK/IL-2 plus Lycium extract was 40.9% while that of patients treated with LAK/IL-2 alone was 16.1% (P<0.05). LAK/IL-2 plus Lycium extract treatment led to a marked increase in NK and LAK cell activity than LAK/IL-2 alone. The mean remission in patients treated with LAK/IL-2 plus Lycium also lasted significantly longer. The results indicate that Lycium may be used as an adjuvant in the biotherapy of cancer. Another study from China showed Lycium increased the sensitivity to radiation therapy and enhanced the immune system for cancer patients. Japanese researchers reported Lycium could inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
Liver Protection
One study in China discovered that the hepaprotective component from Lycium helps counteract carbon tetrachloride induced hepatotoxicity. Another study from China found Lycium exerts hepaprotection through inhibiting the lipid peroxidation of liver cells in aging mice. Lycium helps to repair liver cell injury induced by CCl4 and facilitates recovery from hepatic necrosis.
Hemopoiesis Promoter
A study in China showed Lycium facilitated stem cell proliferation and increased the number of monocytes in bone marrow. Lycium helps the monocytes to convert to matured leukocytes.
Vision improvement
Lycium fruits were very popular for their vision improvement properties in ancient China. Modern scientists found Lycium fruits reduce dark adapting time and improve vision under subdued light. Physiologic scotoma decreased and vitamin A increased in patients after taking Lycium fruits.
Chemistry
Lycium extract is standardized to 40% Lycium polysaccharide.
Safety
Lycium has absolutely no toxicity. However, it should not be used in the cases of “hyperactive fire” due to an exopathogen, or if you are suffering from spleen deficiency with dampness and diarrhea.
Dosage
8g/L Lycium fruit extract (standardized to 40% polysaccharide) daily is recommended for poor eyesight and supplement of liver diseases.
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