Consumption of fruit and concentrated extracts of goji berry (Lycium barbarum). Effects on anthropometric profile among elderly women
Abstract
Objectives: Goji berry (Lycium Barbarum) is a fruit known as rich in antioxidant carotenoids, whose consumption is related to health benefits. The objective of this study was to determine what changes in anthropometric measures after supplementation with dried fruit and capsules of goji berry extract and their benefits. Methods: Anthropometric variables to calculate BMI and body fat percentage were measured, and also answered a questionnaire about their perception of the effects of supplementation of fruits or capsules, and also a questionnaire about their perception of the effects of supplementation of fruits or capsules was applied in 18 elderly. Results: The results indicate that supplementation of goji berry extract reduces waist circumference (p=0,036) and the fruit in its dried form decreases the percentage of fat (p=0,023). Both forms of supplements according to the elderly improved bowel function. Conclusion: Few changes were observed in the assessed anthropometric measures. Thus the consumption of the capsules or isolated fruits, with no change in eating habits and physical exercise is not enough to cause bodily changes, the orientation of patients who expect to get miraculous results with the consumption of the fruit is required.
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