Methods of consuming goji berries
Apr 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
The methods of consuming Lycium berries (Goji berries) mainly include decocting for oral administration, soaking in alcohol for consumption, or preparing as a concentrated herbal paste. They can also be made into pills or powders using professional tools for ingestion. The specific method and dosage should strictly follow medical instructions; self-administration without guidance is not recommended. During treatment, adequate rest is important, and excessive fatigue or staying up late should be avoided to prevent interference with recovery.
The methods of consuming wolfberry (Lycium fruit) mainly include decocting for oral use, soaking in alcohol for consumption, and preparing as a thick paste. Specific methods are as follows:
1. Decoction for oral use
When taking wolfberry, patients can add an appropriate amount of plain water to a container and, according to medical instructions, place the proper dosage of wolfberry into it. Preparing it as a decoction helps enhance its therapeutic effects, leading to better treatment outcomes after consumption.
2. Soaking in alcohol for consumption
Wolfberry is a commonly used traditional Chinese herb that enters the kidney meridian and benefits the liver and kidneys. Consuming wolfberry soaked in alcohol can strengthen its kidney-tonifying effect, helping to improve symptoms such as soreness and weakness in the lower back, fatigue, impotence, and premature ejaculation.
3. Preparation as a thick paste
Alternatively, professional tools can be used to crush the wolfberries, then squeeze out their juice. The extracted juice can be placed into a container and simmered into a thick paste for consumption.
In addition to the above methods, wolfberry can also be processed into pills or powders using specialized equipment before being taken. Dosage and administration should strictly follow medical advice; self-medication without guidance is not recommended. Adequate rest should be maintained, and excessive fatigue or staying up late should be avoided. If any discomfort occurs during medication, prompt medical attention should be sought.
