Pomegranate-Goji Berry Solid Extract

A Concentrated Whole-Fruit Extract for Blood Building, Antioxidant Protection & Uterine Lining Support

Food as medicine in its most delicious form. This concentrated solid extract from Herbalist & Alchemist, formulated by renowned herbalist David Winston, combines pomegranate, goji berry, blueberry, and apple into a rich, spoonable paste that delivers a meaningful dose of whole-fruit antioxidants, blood-building nutrients, and reproductive-supportive compounds in every serving. Sweet, tart, and deeply nourishing, it is the kind of supplement that feels like a sweet treat.

At Four Flowers, we recommend this formula as part of our uterine lining support and IVF preparation protocols. Both pomegranate and goji berry have a long history in Chinese medicine as blood-building, Kidney-nourishing tonics, and emerging research supports their use in improving endometrial thickness and blood flow to the uterine lining.

Pomegranate, Goji & the Uterine Lining

In Chinese medicine, a healthy, receptive uterine lining depends on abundant blood and Kidney essence. When blood is deficient or circulation to the pelvis is compromised, the endometrium becomes thin and poorly perfused, creating an environment less hospitable to implantation. Both goji berry (Gou Qi Zi) and pomegranate are considered blood-building, Yin-nourishing tonics in the classical tradition, directly addressing this pattern.

Gou Qi Zi (Lycium fruit, goji berry) is one of the most foundational blood and Liver-Kidney tonics in Chinese medicine. It nourishes Liver blood and Kidney yin, brightens the eyes, and tonifies the essence that reproductive health depends on. It is frequently included in fertility-support formulas for both egg quality and uterine receptivity.

Pomegranate has attracted significant modern research interest for its role in reproductive health. Research published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine showed that pomegranate seed extract contains compounds that act on estrogen receptors and support endometrial proliferation. Additional studies have shown pomegranate juice to significantly improve blood flow to the uterus and support endometrial thickness in women undergoing IVF. Its rich ellagitannin content is also metabolized into urolithin A by gut bacteria, contributing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection to the follicular environment.

Key Ingredients & What They Do

• Goji Berry / Lycium Fruit (Gou Qi Zi, Lycium barbarum): In Chinese medicine, the primary herb for nourishing Liver blood, tonifying Kidney yin, and supporting the blood and essence that uterine health requires. Rich in polysaccharides, zeaxanthin, and betaine. Used in classical formulas for fertility, eye health, and deficiency-related fatigue
• Pomegranate Juice Concentrate (Punica granatum): Rich in ellagitannins, polyphenols, and antioxidants that support uterine blood flow, endometrial proliferation, and a healthy inflammatory response in reproductive tissues. One of the most well-studied fruits for endometrial and cardiovascular health
• Blueberry Fruit and Juice Concentrate (Vaccinium spp.): Among the most antioxidant-dense foods available, blueberries support vascular health, reduce oxidative stress in reproductive tissues, and contribute to the formula's broad berry polyphenol profile
• Apple Juice Concentrate (Malus pumila): A natural source of quercetin and polyphenols that support cardiovascular health, a balanced inflammatory response, and prebiotic benefit for the gut microbiome
• USP Grade Vegetable Glycerin: A natural, preservative-free base that gives the extract its thick, spoonable texture and extends the bioavailability of the whole-fruit compounds

Supports

• Blood building and Liver-Kidney yin nourishment in TCM patterns of deficiency
• Uterine lining thickness and endometrial receptivity
• Pelvic blood flow and circulation to the reproductive organs
• Antioxidant protection for egg cells and the follicular environment
• IVF, IUI, and natural cycle preparation in the weeks before embryo transfer
• Eye health, cardiovascular health, and whole-body antioxidant defense

Best For

Women preparing for embryo transfer, IUI, or natural conception who want to support endometrial thickness and uterine blood flow through food-based medicine. Also a meaningful daily antioxidant tonic for anyone supporting blood deficiency patterns, reproductive vitality, or healthy aging. A gentle, food-safe option that can be incorporated into a fertility protocol alongside acupuncture and herbal medicine.

How to Use

Take 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon 2 to 3 times daily. Enjoy directly from the spoon, use as a spread, or stir into warm water, oatmeal, or smoothies. Refrigerate after opening. Contains no preservatives.

Do not use if you have a nightshade sensitivity. Certified Kosher by OK Kosher Certification. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.

Ingredients: Blueberry, pomegranate, and apple juice concentrate (Vaccinium spp., Punica granatum, Malus pumila), Lycium fruit (Lycium barbarum), Blueberry fruit (Vaccinium spp.), USP grade vegetable glycerin

Size: 6 oz