The polysaccharide in Ningxia wolfberry (Lycium Bararum Polysaccharides) (or LBP) is one of the important effective compositions in this valuable fruit. It is characterized by its protein content, which is very rare in vegetarian polysaccharides. The side lateral chains of the wolfberry polysaccharide are made of rhamnose, arabinose, xylose, seminose, galactose and glucose, while the protein backbone is composed of 18 amino acids. The side chains attach to the backbone by means of Glycan-O-Der. This glycoprotein of bioactivity is high in immunological enhancement.
In accordance with modern medical researches, Wolfberry polysaccharide can help upgrade human immunity. It has the functions of preventing & curing cancers, strengthening hematopoiesis, nourishing liver, lowering blood pressure and promoting cell activity. No side-effect has ever been found. Wolfberry polysaccharide can control the division and differentiation of cells, and regulate the growth and consenescence of cells. Therefore, wolfberry polysaccharide has been widely used in pharmacy manufacture and healthy food processing.