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Health Benefits of Goji Berry Juice

Published: Feb 16th, 2010 | Author: Free Weight Loss Exercise Add Comment

The goji berry is a reddish-orange fruit also known by the name wolfberry. Cultivated primarily in the East and used in traditional Chinese medicine, this nutrient rich berry is consumed after being dried or juiced. If you can’t find dried goji berries in your area or don’t care for the taste or texture, goji juice can be a great way to get your daily serving of this so-called superfruit. So what makes goji so special? Read on to find out!

Goji berries contain high levels of antioxidants, which help fight free radicals in the body. Free radicals cause damage to healthy cells through oxidation. By consuming antioxidants like those in goji berry juice, free radicals can be neutralized and existing damage may even be repaired. Antioxidants aren’t the only beneficial components found in these exotic berries. Goji berries contain high levels of vitamin C, protein, minerals, amino acids and even vitamin E which is rare in the fruit world. Another component unique to goji is called germanium, a mineral that is not found in any other type of fruit.

There are many reports of health benefits associated with goji berries. These berries may help regulate blood pressure and blood sugar, prevent vision degeneration associated with aging, boost immune function and relieve nausea. It has been noted that goji berry juice has been used by expectant mothers to relieve nausea due to morning sickness. Because there are so many nutrients in this berry there are many potential health benefits which are being studied. What is known about the health benefits of goji berry now is most likely only a fraction of what will be discovered.

There are no negative side effects associated with the consumption of goji berry juice. Always buy organic to ensure you’re getting pure juice that is not contaminated with fertilizers, pesticides or other chemicals. There are many manufacturers of goji berry juice that sell their products online and in health food stores and some supermarkets. The taste of goji juice is a combination of sweet and sour. Goji juice can be consumed on its own or blended with other fruit juices.

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Organic Goji Berries — Tasty and Nutritious

Published: Sep 7th, 2009 | Author: Free Weight Loss Exercise 1 Comment

You may have heard about goji berries recently in the news media. This small orange-red berry packs a nutritional punch, making it one of the healthiest fruits you can consume. While it’s common knowledge that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is beneficial for health, many people don’t know the richest sources of nutrients and antioxidants when it comes to produce. Consider adding organic goji berries to your diet as they are brimming with healthy goodness.

Also known as the wolfberry, the goji berry contains a higher level of beta carotene than carrots, more iron per serving than spinach and loads of vitamin C. These berries also contain trace minerals, 18 amino acids and even vitamin E, which is hardly ever found in fruit. Organic goji berries are produced without harmful pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. They are dried before being sold for consumption and look similar to raisins. They are sweet and tangy — and can even help curb sugar cravings. Most people describe the goji berry as a mix of cranberry, cherry and raisin when asked what it tastes like.

Dried goji berries make the perfect snack. They are easily portable and can be enjoyed on their own or mixed into trail mix. These Asian berries have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine and as a food item. The protein in goji berries give them an advantage over other fruits, as does the polysaccharide content. They are rich in antioxidants, which help neutralize and prevent cell damage caused by free radicals.

If you can’t locate organic goji berries in your local supermarket, try a whole foods market or a health food store. You can easily find dried goji berries for sale online from a variety of companies. There are even dried goji berries dipped in dark chocolate for an even bigger antioxidant boost. Whether you enjoy these berries on their own, with chocolate or as part of a trail mix one thing is for sure, they are a smart dietary choice. You may also want to consider organic goji juice, another effective way to consume this berry.

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What are Goji Berries?

Published: Sep 5th, 2009 | Author: Free Weight Loss Exercise 1 Comment

The goji berry is also commonly known as the wolfberry. Sometimes you will see goji referred to by its source of origin such as Tibetan goji. A member of the boxthorn species and the Solanaceae family, relatives of the goji berry include tomato, chili pepper, eggplant, potato, tobacco and nightshade. While these berries grow in areas around the world, China is the largest source of commercially cultivated goji berries.

Goji berries are reddish-orange in color and have been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for thousands of years. Recently they have gained popularity in the West because of their high content of nutrients and antioxidants. One of the so-called superfruits, goji berry can be found in a wide variety of nutritional supplements and products. One thing you won’t find, at least outside cultivation areas, are fresh goji berries for sale. Goji berries are usually dried like raisins before being eaten.

You can also find goji berry juice, which can be consumed as is or added to a blend of other juices. There are no known side effects of goji berries or goji berry juice. These berries are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, essential fatty acids and as mentioned previously, antioxidants. Goji berry has a higher concentration of beta carotene per serving than carrots, and even contains Vitamin E which is rare in the world of produce. Goji even has anti-inflammatory properties thanks to the presence of beta-sitosterol. And, it may even help reduce or prevent age related macular degeneration. There are reports of this berry being used to quell morning sickness in pregnant women.

If you’re wondering what goji berries taste like, the flavor of this berry and its juice can be described as tangy and sweet, somewhat similar to the taste of a raisin. Whether you should consume goji berry in dried form, juice form or supplement form depends on your personal preferences. Before purchasing any goji supplement product read the labels carefully as some supplements combine goji berry with other ingredients depending on the purpose of the supplement.

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