Wonders of Goji Berries
Don't be taken by surprise if I say that there is a tiny red fruit that comes packed with so many health benefits that it can increase a person's longevity and may serve as a cure to cancer. These are not the only benefits of Goji berries which are known to have numerous health benefits.
For ages, the berries been used as a medicine in China and were added to tea or soups, or even eaten raw. The consumption of this fruit on a regular basis has following benefits:
-strengthens the immune system
-improves eyesight
-controls blood sugar
-protects the liver
-controls blood circulation
-helps in the treatment of sexual dysfunction and fertility problems
Goji berry is also sun dried and looks like a red raisin. Though a small sized fruit, it carries important supplements like vitamin E, vitamins B1, B6, around 18 amino acids and over 21 trace minerals. No doubt, it is a true gift of nature to humankind.
Earlier, Goji berry was not so common and was found in the only a few parts of the world, mainly in China and the Himalayas in Tibet. Its existence dates back 6,000 years when it was used by herbalists in China, India and Tibet. However, after so many benefits of the fruit being discovered, it is now being cultivated in many parts of the world.
Many researches have been carried out on Goji berries and according to a Chinese study, more than 70% cancer patients showed better signs of recovery when Goji was added to their diet. Studies also suggest that extracts of the fruit may prevent the growth of cancer cells.
The ingredients in the berry are the reason for the health benefits provided by the tiny fruit. It is rich in antioxidants, namely beta-carotene and zeaxanthin, whose intake acts as an anti-cancer and anti-aging supplement. It helps in reducing the development of age-related macular degeneration and also helps to stop the causes responsible for vision loss or blindness among elderly individuals.
This fruit has also been introduced as a health beverage, more popularly known as Goji juice. The juice can be grabbed from food stores or even through online stores. Attached with so many good reasons to consume them, many health products with Goji extracts are being introduced in the market. These products are made out of Goji berries and are mainly in the form of tea products. Some products also come in powder form. However, the fruit is best consumed raw like all other fruits and berries.
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