Safety/Precautions:
- Only the fully ripe fruits should be eaten, as the unripe fruits could theoretically be toxic
- Products made from Go ji have not been thoroughly evaluated in pregnancy and lactation
- Potential herb-drug interactions may exist certain medications known as blood thinners
- Caution should be exercised if taking root bark preparations along with medications to treat diabetes
- Commercially available products containing Go ji berry juice may also contain orange or grape juice, which are usually high in sugar
Before you decide to take any medicinal herb or herbal supplement, be sure to consult with your health care professional first. Avoid self-diagnosis and self-medication: Always be on the safe side!