Goji Berry

Commonly called “wolfberries,” Goji berries are among the healthiest fruits in nature. Packed with nutrients including every essential amino acid, minerals, beta-carotene (more than carrots) and vitamins, Goji berries are harvested across the world.

Is there a limit to Goji berry consumption?

Health food stores offer raw Goji berries as well as teas, juices, tinctures, and even wines. A good daily intake of the raw berries is a modest handful or 10 – 30 grams. Dosage varies in the other commercial forms.

What benefits do Goji berries offer?

A daily intake of Goji berries is equivalent to that of vitamins or dietary supplements. The minerals and amino acids in Goji berries supplement a weak diet and provide an immunity boost. Long-term benefits of Goji berries include a prolonged life and general well being.

Traditional Chinese medicine uses Goji berries to keep the liver healthy, eyesight sharp, and sperm counts robust. The effect on internal organs and systems extends naturally from all the nutrients.

Hopeful studies are testing Goji berries as a treatment for cancer. So far these show inconclusive results. If anything, the general health benefits Goji berries offer help stave off cancer and other diseases.

Are there drawbacks?

No serious side effects are reported. If anything, Goji berries may not deliver their supposed health benefits. Studies of their effect on health are inconclusive, but they certainly contain many helpful components.

A tasty and healthy snack

Goji berries may not cause you to live 200 years like they did a popular Chinese folk character, but they provide a healthy snack and cooking ingredient, as well as a safe source of nutrients. Making Goji berries part of your regular diet can improve your whole outlook.