1. Goji berries are an excellent source of bioactive compounds which include phenolic compounds, carotenoids and possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Hence, they are widely recognized as functional foods.

2. Goji berries are included as a raw ingredient or a functional ingredient in a variety of food products such as beverages, processed meat products, milk products, confectionery and bakery products. They are therefore, nutritional ingredients and health promoting and also contribute to the taste and smell of the products.

3. The goji berries could have multiple industrial uses and are getting more and more research attention because of the health-promoting effects and the extremely wide range of the bioactive compounds.

Reference:

Health Benefits and Applications of Goji Berries in Functional Food Products Development: A Review PMCID: PMC8868247  PMID:35204130