Evidence supporting the use of: Lycium
For the health condition: Psoriasis

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Lycium (commonly known as goji berry or wolfberry) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for centuries, primarily to nourish the liver and kidneys, improve vision, and boost overall vitality. Its use for skin conditions, including psoriasis, is grounded in traditional practices rather than robust scientific evidence. In TCM, Lycium is sometimes recommended to "cool the blood" and address skin eruptions, which may include symptoms resembling psoriasis. However, there is a notable lack of high-quality clinical trials or well-documented scientific studies specifically investigating Lycium's efficacy for psoriasis.

Some laboratory studies have suggested that Lycium possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which could theoretically be beneficial for inflammatory skin conditions. Despite this, these findings have not been directly correlated with clinical improvement in psoriasis patients. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses do not cite Lycium as a validated treatment for psoriasis, and its use for this particular skin disease is not part of mainstream medical guidelines.

In summary, while there is a traditional precedent for the use of Lycium in various skin ailments, including those resembling psoriasis, there is only low-level evidence supporting its specific effectiveness for psoriasis. Its use remains primarily traditional, with minimal scientific validation for this indication.

More about Lycium
More about Psoriasis

Products containing Lycium

We currently have no products on Vitabase that contain this ingredient.