Description
The goji berry or wolfberry is creating a real stir at the moment.
It is known as the fruit of longevity because like its red, cheery, bright appearance - it is traditionally believed that this little unassuming berry leads to a long, healthy and happy life.
Just take the example of Li Qing Yuen. He is one of the most well-documented cases of extreme longevity known. He lived to the age of 252 years (1678-1930) and is said to have consumed goji berries daily.
Many Chinese studies have since suggested that goji berries do have anti-aging properties. After all it is one of the most nutritious and antioxidant-rich superfoods known to man.
Vitamin C - It has 50 times more vitamin C and 2000% more antioxidants than oranges
Gojis are packed with proteins, minerals and omegas making them an all round essential part of any healthy lifestyle program.
Proteins - they contain 18 kinds of amino acids which are the building blocks of protein, and include all 8 essential amino acids
Minerals - they are rich in 21 trace minerals of which the main ones are zinc, iron, copper, calcium, germanium, selenium and phosphorus.
Omegas - Goji berries are also high in essential fatty acids. These healthy omegas are required by the body for production of hormones and improve and enhance brain function.
Antioxidants - Goji berries are among the highest source of carotenoids of all known common foods or plants on Earth! (even a better source than carrots) and contain betacarotene and zeaxanthin making them good for the eyes and to smooth out wrinkles.
B vitamins - They are also packed with vitamins B1, B2, B6, so they boost energy
Vitamin E - to make you feel young and radiant.
Plus they contain powerful anti-fungal, anti-bacterial compounds and
anti-inflammatory agents
Here's what eating gojis daily and adding all those extra nutrients, vitamins, minerals, proteins, anti-oxidants etc can mean for you:
A healthy and strong immune system
Increased energy levels
Weight loss (it's a cellulite busting berry!)
Balanced blood sugar levels
More youthful skin
A sex drive boost
Maintained healthy blood pressure
A healthy nervous system
Improved eye sight and hearing
Lower cholesterol
Healthy liver function
Protection against many cancers
Protection against heart disease
Strong bones and tendons
Enhanced fertility
So, are you ready to raise your vibration, smooth out your wrinkles and add some goji glow to your cheeks