Yes, another superfood post. I writing back to back superfood posts for maca and goji berries. Why do they call this food as fountain of youth? Let's find out why this food is amazingly fantastic and highly medicinal and beneficial to human body.
Goji berries, is also known as wolfberries or desert thorn. It is also known as Lycium in certain countries around the globe. It is actually a type of berry, fruit. Firstly of all, let me introduce to you some of the background of this superfood. There are tons of species of goji berry in Asia and North and Central America. The goji berries in Asia and America are remarkably similiar. Goji berries are grown in wonderfully harsh, dry deserts as they do in tropics. Goji berries also tolerate freezing winters and can handle daily swings in temperature.
Because of its extraodinary nutrient value, rich red-orange color, and pleasant full-bodied taste, the Chinese, Mongolian and Tibetan peoples have been growing the alkaline goji berries plant for an estimated five thousand years. To preserve the fruit, it is often dried until similiar to a dry raisin in texture. The Chinese hold a stong belief that this fruit can significantly extend life.
Now, why is it called fountain of youth? In true life event, the famed Li Qing Yuen, aged more then 200 years old? Go google him up, I studied briefly about this guy, while my studies about goji berries came into place years ago. He met a couple of Taoist sages, purportedly to be over 300 years old! They taught this guy about spring water, and the science of longevity, proper diet and herbalism. This guy claimed to have drank goji berry soup every day. Is this any real truth behind this story? I seriously dont know and you guys can do a google search by yourself to find out more about him.
What I can share with you, is the great benefits of this fruit. let's dive into the discussion of what this fruit can do for us, and why is it so good. The goji berry, is an adaptogen, and as you have read before about maca, both have adaptogenic affects. An adaptogen invigorates and strengthens the system while helping the body to deal more easily with stress by supporting the adrenal glands. In the Chinese medicinal system, the goji berry is known to harmonize and increase the energy of the adrenals and kidneys, resulting in enhanced stamina, strength, longevity and sexual energy.
Overall, goji berries boost immune function, increase alkalinity and vitality, provide liver protection, improves eyesight and blood quality, deliver anti-aging compounds, etc.Although this food is often recommended for such chronic conditions as liver or kidney disorders, weak joints and legs, lower back problems, dizziness and headaches, insomnia, hypertension, tuberculosis and impotence, goji berries are not used for treating illness or poor health as such. Their main health benefits is to nourish the body, to support the body in healing itself by providing a startling array of extraodinary nutrients.
Goji berries are perhaps the most nutritionally rich berry fruit on the planet. They taste delicious (it is for me), and are well balanced for nearly all body types, blood types and metabolisms. They are a complete protein source, and contain nineteen different amino acids and all eight essential amino acids. It also contains loads of trace minerals such as zinc, iron, copper, calcium, germanium, selenium and phosporus, as well as Vitamin B1, B2, B6 and E. Sadly, it seemed that almost all of the dried goji berries sold in the market do not contain Vitamin C, or extremely low in its content. It doesn't matter what the seller or product brand claims!
This superfood also contains anti-inflammatory agent called beta-sitosterol, linoleic acid, sesquiterpenoids, betaine, and antioxidants zeaxanthin and physalin as well. Goji berries are some of the highest antioxidant containing foods in the world. They typically contains two to four times the amount of antioxidants found in blueberries.
As we age, we produce less and less Human Growth Hormone. Decreasing levels of HGH have been linked to symptoms of aging. Goji berries are the only food known to help stimulate the human body to produce more HGH naturally. A seventy year old produces only one tenth of the amount of HGH generated by a twenty year old. Boosting the natural growth hormone production helps us feel, look and function like a more youthful person. This factor alone makes goji berries perhaps the world's greatest anti-aging superfood. Evidence from many directions that goji berry is the leading longevity superfood in the world.
In Asia, goji berries are traditionally regarded as a strong sexual tonic. In addition, goji berries act as a general tonic to improve overall stamina, mood and well being, while decreasing the impact of stress on our bodies. Diminised sexual function is not an inevitable part of aging. A lower sex drive in both men and women can certainly be associated with a decreased production of testosterone. Goji berries help by increasing HGH production, which then facilitates an increase in testosterone production.
As we all know, antioxidants protect our DNA from free radical and radiation damage. DNA damage opens the door to every imaginable illness and acceleration aging. Over the course of time, our DNA is damaged by free radicals, generated as a byproduct or normal metabolism, and by exposure to toxins and radiation. Although our bodies are equipped to continually repair themselves, they can become overwhelmed by too many free radicals, especially as we age. This results in the premature death of healthy cells, which may contribute to variety of degenerative diseases and to the accelerated development of mutated cells that can lead to cancer.
Now, goji berry, is nature's richest source of antioxidant carotenoids, and it contain more beta carotene than carrots. Carotenoids are natural fat soluble antixodant pigments. Folks, we seriously need much higher amount of quality antioxidants as the world we are living in right now. The modern polluted chemical laden world. The air we breath, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the chemicals we use everyday which bombarded our body for years! Not to mention the radiation from devices such as mobile phones, microwaves, wireless router/devices, etc.
It is well known to lots of Chinese people, that goji berries can help to improve vision. Well, this is true as it claimed, no doubt. This fruit contains two key antioxidants for healthy vision. Zeaxanthin and lutein. Free radicals attack the eyes too, and zeaxanthin and lutein protect against and help repair such damage.
Apart from so many health benefits from this superfood, it also improve the immune system functions. Components such as goji berry polysaccharides, beta carotene and germanium is the key factors here. The goji berries polysaccharides, which are components of the carbohydrate makeup of the goji berry, are world renowned for their ability to improve the immune system and protect cells from genetic mutation. Beta carotene appears to enhance thymus gland function and increase interferon actions on the immune system. Meanwhile, germanium has been demonstarted in many studies to have cancer fighting properties.
What else. This super food also supports brain and neurological health, as it helps our bodies produce choline, an essential nutrient which combats free radicals damage linked to nerological degeneration and Alzheimer disease. Meanwhile, it also fight narrowing of the arteries that deliver oxygen and nutrients to of our cells. It supports cardiovascular health, and help to combat key factor that causes heart disease.
Finally, goji berries are also a tonic adaptogen, as they keep our vital organs healthy by balancing blood sugar and enhancing the liver, digestive system and skin as well. There are also several types of phytonutrients in the fruit enhance the ability of the liver to detoxify and guard against the organ being damaged by carcinogens. These phytonutrients include betaine and polysaccharides.
Before I sign off, here are some of the goji berry food products you should be purchasing:
- Organic goji berries
- Select moist berries, but not too moist as they may be soaked in sugar water
- Select berries that have rich red color. Dull goji berries are either old or low in antioxidants.
- Goji berries extract powder, but beware of products containing other harmful chemicals added.
- Goji berry juice (also beware of other preservatives, chemicals or sweeteners added)
- Raw Goji berry bars ( if you can it, I don't think it's available in Malaysia)
Goji berries are perhaps the most nutritionally rich berry fruit on the planet. They taste delicious (it is for me), and are well balanced for nearly all body types, blood types and metabolisms. They are a complete protein source, and contain nineteen different amino acids and all eight essential amino acids. It also contains loads of trace minerals such as zinc, iron, copper, calcium, germanium, selenium and phosporus, as well as Vitamin B1, B2, B6 and E. Sadly, it seemed that almost all of the dried goji berries sold in the market do not contain Vitamin C, or extremely low in its content. It doesn't matter what the seller or product brand claims!
This superfood also contains anti-inflammatory agent called beta-sitosterol, linoleic acid, sesquiterpenoids, betaine, and antioxidants zeaxanthin and physalin as well. Goji berries are some of the highest antioxidant containing foods in the world. They typically contains two to four times the amount of antioxidants found in blueberries.
As we age, we produce less and less Human Growth Hormone. Decreasing levels of HGH have been linked to symptoms of aging. Goji berries are the only food known to help stimulate the human body to produce more HGH naturally. A seventy year old produces only one tenth of the amount of HGH generated by a twenty year old. Boosting the natural growth hormone production helps us feel, look and function like a more youthful person. This factor alone makes goji berries perhaps the world's greatest anti-aging superfood. Evidence from many directions that goji berry is the leading longevity superfood in the world.
In Asia, goji berries are traditionally regarded as a strong sexual tonic. In addition, goji berries act as a general tonic to improve overall stamina, mood and well being, while decreasing the impact of stress on our bodies. Diminised sexual function is not an inevitable part of aging. A lower sex drive in both men and women can certainly be associated with a decreased production of testosterone. Goji berries help by increasing HGH production, which then facilitates an increase in testosterone production.
As we all know, antioxidants protect our DNA from free radical and radiation damage. DNA damage opens the door to every imaginable illness and acceleration aging. Over the course of time, our DNA is damaged by free radicals, generated as a byproduct or normal metabolism, and by exposure to toxins and radiation. Although our bodies are equipped to continually repair themselves, they can become overwhelmed by too many free radicals, especially as we age. This results in the premature death of healthy cells, which may contribute to variety of degenerative diseases and to the accelerated development of mutated cells that can lead to cancer.
Now, goji berry, is nature's richest source of antioxidant carotenoids, and it contain more beta carotene than carrots. Carotenoids are natural fat soluble antixodant pigments. Folks, we seriously need much higher amount of quality antioxidants as the world we are living in right now. The modern polluted chemical laden world. The air we breath, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the chemicals we use everyday which bombarded our body for years! Not to mention the radiation from devices such as mobile phones, microwaves, wireless router/devices, etc.
It is well known to lots of Chinese people, that goji berries can help to improve vision. Well, this is true as it claimed, no doubt. This fruit contains two key antioxidants for healthy vision. Zeaxanthin and lutein. Free radicals attack the eyes too, and zeaxanthin and lutein protect against and help repair such damage.
Apart from so many health benefits from this superfood, it also improve the immune system functions. Components such as goji berry polysaccharides, beta carotene and germanium is the key factors here. The goji berries polysaccharides, which are components of the carbohydrate makeup of the goji berry, are world renowned for their ability to improve the immune system and protect cells from genetic mutation. Beta carotene appears to enhance thymus gland function and increase interferon actions on the immune system. Meanwhile, germanium has been demonstarted in many studies to have cancer fighting properties.
What else. This super food also supports brain and neurological health, as it helps our bodies produce choline, an essential nutrient which combats free radicals damage linked to nerological degeneration and Alzheimer disease. Meanwhile, it also fight narrowing of the arteries that deliver oxygen and nutrients to of our cells. It supports cardiovascular health, and help to combat key factor that causes heart disease.
Finally, goji berries are also a tonic adaptogen, as they keep our vital organs healthy by balancing blood sugar and enhancing the liver, digestive system and skin as well. There are also several types of phytonutrients in the fruit enhance the ability of the liver to detoxify and guard against the organ being damaged by carcinogens. These phytonutrients include betaine and polysaccharides.
Before I sign off, here are some of the goji berry food products you should be purchasing:
- Organic goji berries
- Select moist berries, but not too moist as they may be soaked in sugar water
- Select berries that have rich red color. Dull goji berries are either old or low in antioxidants.
- Goji berries extract powder, but beware of products containing other harmful chemicals added.
- Goji berry juice (also beware of other preservatives, chemicals or sweeteners added)
- Raw Goji berry bars ( if you can it, I don't think it's available in Malaysia)
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