Question
The baby has just arrived in the world, but the skin is very yellow, especially prominent on the hands and feet. I’ve been told that this is baby jaundice, and it’s said that it will naturally fade away after a few days. But after 5 days, the skin seems even more yellow. May I ask if goji berries can treat baby jaundice?
Answer
Hello. Goji berries cannot treat baby jaundice. It’s very likely that the jaundice is caused by bilirubin. Jaundice is divided into pathological and physiological types. Pathological jaundice usually appears within 72 hours and does not fade away. If it’s physiological jaundice, it typically fades away around 5 to 7 days and does not require special treatment. It’s best to take the child to a hospital to have their bilirubin levels tested as soon as possible, and then medication can be prescribed based on the specific situation.