Goji juice: Can it prevent or treat cancer?

I've been reading about the health benefits of goji juice. Is it true that goji juice may help prevent cancer?

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Answer

There is no published scientific evidence that goji juice can treat or prevent any disease in humans — including cancer.

Goji juice is the latest in a seemingly endless string of juices being touted as cure-alls for a wide range of ailments. Some animal studies suggest possible health benefits from goji juice, such as reductions in blood pressure and cholesterol. Like many fruit juices, goji juice is a rich source of vitamins and antioxidants. Antioxidants are natural compounds found in many foods, which may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

So what does this mean for you? Drink goji juice, if you like the taste. But don't invest a lot of money on goji juice as a cure for cancer or any other disease. Instead, watch for future results of clinical trials involving goji juice to see if it lives up to any of the claims made by its promoters.

As with any herbal or dietary supplements, talk to your doctor about goji juice before you start drinking it on a regular basis. There is some concern that goji juice may interact with some medications.