Used for over a Millennia in traditional Chinese medicine, the Goji berry, also know as the Wolf berry, is one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. Loaded with vitamin C and packed with Anti-oxidants, Goji is known to help fortify and heal the body. Goji does this in several ways, from lowering blood pressure, reducing cholesterol, helping to boost energy, and fight disease – to aiding in weight loss. It’s little wonder why in recent years this eastern berry has been creating such a buzz for those looking to add something both healthy and delicious to their daily diet. In this article we will explore these properties in greater depth giving you 10 reasons to GO GOJI!!
1) Weight loss
Goji’s has a low glycemic index (GI) rating. Foods with a low GI tend to satisfy hunger quicker and help curb the appetite, this alongside it’s high fiber and nutrient profile help to promote a strong metabolism, converting food into energy rather than storing it as fat. Goji is also rich in amino acids that help promote lean muscle.
2) Packed with Anti-oxidants!!
Goji berries have one of the highest Anti-oxidant ratings of any food on the planet. Anti-oxidants help fight free radicals that damage cells, damage that can lead to Cancer and other major illnesses; fighting these free radicals, also helps to slow the aging process. This major benefit alongside the plethora of others have many now committed to adding Goji to their daily routine.
3) A Nutritional Powerhouse
Containing ALL essential amino acids, helping to regulate hormones and promote body fat loss, Goji is loaded with vitamin C, A, B2 and contains up to 15 times more Iron than spinach. A good source of protein, goji contains 21 trace minerals. Goji also contains unique polysaccharides that help boost the immune system.
4) Helps lower blood pressure
Used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat hypertension, Goji contains unique polysaccharides known to regulate healthy blood pressure. Research into exactly why is still ongoing. Other nutrients found in goji that help reduce and maintaining healthy blood pressure are flavonoids, vitamins A, C, E, iron, phosphorous, calcium and zinc.
5) Helps with chronic pain
One of the root causes of chronic pain, such as Arthritis, is inflammation. Goji contains Beta sitosterol, a powerful anti-inflammatory agent which can help reduce this pain, while increasing overall health and wellbeing.
6) Healthy glowing skin
Packed with antioxidants that help slow the effects and signs of aging, Goji helps promote a radiant glow from the inside out, warding off the signs of damage caused by the sun e.g liver spots and freckles.
7) Helps prevent vision loss
Studies have shown eating foods rich in zeaxanthin can prevent age related macular degeneration AMD. The good news is that Goji is packed with zeaxanthin and beta carotene helping to support eye function for the years ahead.
8) Contains more vitamin C than any other food on earth!
Vitamin C is known to prevent and protect against high blood pressure and cancer as well as a host of other major illnesses, boost the immune system, reduce the effect of stress and improve blood flow.
9) Anti-aging
Goji promotes the production of growth hormones that usually diminish as we age, this as well as being extremely high in Anti-oxidants helps to slow the aging process by fighting against cellular damage caused by free radicals. Goji is also a potent adaptogen, helping us to adapt to and deal with the stresses of daily life.
10) Delicious!
Goji has a unique sweet sour taste, similar to a mix of cranberries and raisins, this delicious and unique flavor profile make Goji a perfect ‘out of the bag’ snack, addition to any baked goods, smoothies or even salads!
This delicious and seriously healthy superfood is one of the wonders western science is just now starting to uncover. The briefly touched upon benefits as well as the delicious flavor profile is making goji one of the center pieces of nutrition in a well rounded modern healthy lifestyle. I hope this article helped to explain why so many are ‘Going Goji!’ ……how about you?! Why not pick up your Goji berries now right here, or grab a bottle of our superfood formula Syn #1 today and make sure you don’t miss out on the benefits of this unique, delicious and powerful superfood!