Neuroprotective effects of anti-aging oriental medicine Lycium barbarum against beta-amyloid peptide neurotoxicity.

Experimental Gerontology. 2005 Aug-Sep;40(8-9):716-27 Yu MS, Leung SK, Lai SW, Che CM, Zee SY, So KF, Yuen WH, Chang RC Laboratory of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Department of Anatomy, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. “As aged population dramatically increases in these decades, efforts should be made on the intervention for curing age-associated neurodegenerative diseases such…

Contraindications to Drinking Goji Juice

Caution: Every indication is that goji is safe to drink in moderation. However, there is one exception to that rule. Like some other natural products, it may have anti-coagulant activity. While this is generally desirable, it could lead to a dangerous situation for anyone who is taking the prescription medication Warfarin (Coumadin). One should therefore…

Goji: Health Elixir or Pricey Juice?

Small Red Berry from Tibet Is Attracting a Lot of Attention By BRITTANY OAT July 14, 2006 – Although Ponce de Leon never found what he was looking for, the human quest for longevity continued. Now nutritionist Earl Mindell, author of the bestselling book “The New Vitamin Bible,” believes he has discovered an anti-aging secret…

Goji, Phyto-Estrogens, Brest Cancer and Customer Service

Q: Good Afternoon, I was hoping if you could tell me is goji juice rich in phyto-estrogens? Thanks for your help Frida C. A: Dear Frida, I am sorry but it isn’t. Soy is high in phyto-estrogens and there are many soy isoflavone products on the market. Sincerely, Dr. E Response Back Dear Doctor. I…