Extensive studies conducted in China have since documented the marvelous qualities of the fruit of this plant in stimulating the body immune system. It has since been established that Goji contains high protein of more than 15 percent, besides essential amino acids and minerals.

The berries of the Goji berry were traditionally regarded, to help increases longevity, and also as energy boosters and strength building natural fruits. Many studies conducted among various groups including elderly people, have established that the fruit if taken once a day for three weeks, help increase the spirit and optimism among the patients. It was also observed that the T cell transformation function among the patients that have taken the fruits almost tripled and the white cell interleukin 2 actions among the patients doubled. The other observations were that while 95 percent of the people who were tested on this fruit reported increase in appetite and increased sleep, another 35% could partially recover their sexual function.

The plant is getting popular, for its curative qualities, though its survival and growth in the tropical climate is under field testing. The results are expected to be published only by the middle of the current year.