Goji (100g)

Description

THE goji It's a small berry loaded with impressive disease-fighting compounds. In Chinese medicine, it's considered a healing food.

The berries goji Goji berries are one of the most nutrient-dense foods in the world, and the health benefits of this raisin-like fruit are immense. Goji berries are native to the Himalayas and have been used in Asia, especially by the Chinese, for over 2,500 years as food and medicinally.

Only recently, with the discovery of their nutritional qualities and antioxidant power, have Goji berries begun to attract the interest of Western science and consumers.

HOW TO CONSUME?

Goji berries are most often eaten raw, with breakfast cereal, as a topping on yogurt, in salads, smoothies, or juices, and some even use them in soups, rice, or sauces. The recommended daily intake is approximately 20 to 40 g.

8 Benefits of Goji Berries

Contains 19 amino acids, including 8 essential amino acids

Amino acids are essential for the body to process proteins that contribute to the repair, growth and development of muscle tissue and which are the basis for the formation of antibodies, enzymes, coagulation factors, among others.

Amino acids must be consumed because the human body cannot produce them.

Contains omega 3 and 6 fatty acids

They are essential for the body's growth and repair, maintaining blood pressure, and have anti-inflammatory effects. They are the only fatty acids the human body cannot produce.

Recent studies suggest that they may be important in protecting against heart disease and preventing diabetes and some forms of cancer.

Contains cyperone, physalin and betaine

They are phytonutrients with beneficial effects on the heart, blood pressure and liver.

Help reduce the risk of heart complications, fight hepatitis B (inflammatory liver disease) and protect cells.

Antioxidant action

Goji berries are the largest known source of antioxidant carotenoids. Antioxidants reduce the rate of aging and the onset of a wide range of diseases, such as diabetes, atherosclerosis, and cancer.

Anti-inflammatory action

Contains beta-sitosterol, a phytonutrient that has anti-inflammatory functions and helps balance cholesterol levels, protects against heart disease and promotes sexual health (treatment of sexual impotence)

Rich in Vitamins

Goji berries are naturally rich in vitamins. They contain more vitamin C than oranges, more beta-carotene than carrots, and more iron than steak. Furthermore, goji berries are an excellent source of B vitamins, such as thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin, as well as vitamin E.

Protect the eyes

They are known for their composition of zeaxanthin, a vitamin A found in the retina, which protects the retina and prevents age-related macular changes or retinal deterioration.

Strengthen the immune system

Goji berries are rich in polysaccharide nutrients that strengthen the immune system and make the body less susceptible to disease.

Credits: Active Life

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