Goji Berries are a natural fruit that is native to the Himalayan Mountains. These plump red berries are packed with sweetness, nutrition, and vitality. Goji Berries contains 19 amino acids and have the most anti-oxidants of any food. Most popularly, medical research supports its anti-aging properties, making these berries quite a commodity for the health concious. Consuming foods that are high in antioxidants is one way we can help our bodies combat toxic predators such as: pollutants, pesticides, preservatives, chemicals, and the toxins that we eat and breathe in on a constant basis.
These juicy berries contain more beta carotene than that of carrots, and more iron than spinach. 21 of the trace minerals that allow our bodies to function properly are also found in Goji, including the rare trace mineral germanium, which is known to be a defense aid in fighting cancer. . They also contain vitamins B1, B2, and B6, and unlike most fruits, they also contain Vitamin E. They are known for their high concentration in Vitamin C as well . They actualy contain 500 times the amount of Vitamin C found in oranges, which is ideal for keeping the immune system healthy and energized. Goji Berries are also made up of approximately 13% protein. They are known as the happy berry, as it is known to make you feel happy and uplifted. Many have said that by eating a handful of Goji in the mornings will keep you happy all day!
The Natives of Asia have reaped the rewards of the Goji for quite some time, and now the Western world is getting a juicy taste of these powerful berries. They have been known to treat the following in both traditional Tibetan Medicine and in Western Medicine:
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Fatigue
Insomnia
Cleansing The Liver
Depression
Lowering Cholesterol
Kidney Problems
Stress
Back Pain
Likemia
Hepatitis B
Lower Blood Pressure
Skin Rashes
Psoriais
Allergies
Diabetes
Longevity
Calming The Nerves
Enhancing The Memory
Treating Fungus
Sexual Impotence
Consuming foods that are high in antioxidants is one way we can help our bodies combat these toxic predators, and Goji Berries are definitely high in antioxidants. They contain an astounding amount of nutritional and emotional benefit and if consumed frequently can aid positively in the aging proccess, and help fight off a lot of diseases in which our bodies are under constant attack everyday.
Goji Berries are extremely easy to grow and can even be grown indoors, given that it has lots of sunlight and good soil. However, considering that these plants do form pollen, you will have to self pollinate each flower by rubbing one flower to another, making sure that the pollen from one bloom gets into the other. Keep in mind that they may be better grown outside if you or someone in your household may suffer from allergies. The beautiful purple and white flowers which bloom on the Goji tree along with its rich red berries will create a visual and healing oasis to your garden. Goji berries are safe for kids and can make a great snack, either fresh from the vine or dried. You can find many products that contain Goji berries, such as Goji Juice, and dried Goji Fruit snacks.
Start your path to happiness and add the Goji Berry to your diet. Your only side effect will be a continuous smile.
