Goji and Clinical Trials

Q: Can you cite specific clinical trials or plans for such trials with regard to goji berries. Most research appears to be based on laboratory studies in China. Thanks Mr. Weisner A: Dear Mr. Weisner, I am not a research scientist nor do I work for NIH or big pharma. You and I are probably…

Can Goji, Noni, or Mangosteen Treat My Deperssion?

Q: I am looking for an alternative method to treat depression, which would be better, noni, mangosteen or goji to take? Thank you Brenda A: Dear Brenda, Goji history states that is also was known as the “happy berry”. Goji, noni, and mangosteen fruit juices are nutritious and ok for us to consume daily. My two cents worth…

Goji and Coumadin (blood thinner) Interaction?

Q: Dear Sir, I would like very much to drink the Goji Juice. Someone mentioned to me that people that are taking the blood thinner Coumadin have to be very careful because the Goji Juice will thin the blood even more. Will you please write back and let me know if this is true and…

Goji Berries and Oxalates

Q: Do the Goji berries contain oxalates? Or can you tell me the oxalate content. thank you A: Dear Sarah, I am unaware of whether or not goji berries contain oxalates. Most berries do contain a very tiny amount of oxalate/oxalic acid. Unless there is an allergy to oxalates, predisposition to kidney stones, chronic ulcers,…

Growth Hormone and Protein Synthesis

The production of growth hormone is regulated by many factors: Stress, exercise, nutrition, fasting, sleep and growth hormone itself. However, its primary controllers are two hypothalamic hormones (Growth hormone-releasing hormone Somatostatin) and one hormone from the stomach (Ghrelin). L- Arginine is required before bed. Somatomedin C, high blood sugar or fats, obesity, and depression reduce…