Health Benefits of Goji Berries

Goji berries (also known as Wolfberries) have been used in Chinese medicine for over 6000 years. It is said that these shriveled up red berries help boost the immune system and brain activity, help protect against cancer and heart disease, as well as increase life expectancy. It's no wonder that Li Chun Yun who apparently lived to 256 years old credited Goji berries for his long life.

These tiny berries are bursting with nutrients and are considered to be the most nutrient dense fruit on earth. They are said to contain 500 times more vitamin C than oranges, more beta -caratone than carrots, vitamin B1,B2, B6 vitamin A and E, 15 times more Iron than Spinach, selenium. Goji berries contain all essential amino acids and has the highest concentration of protein of any fruit and is the highest rated anti-oxidant food in the world.

Here's a list of of some of the many benefits of this super fruit!

• Improves sexual function

• Powerful antioxidant

• Maintains a healthy blood pressure

• Reduces cholesterol

• Regulates sugar levels in blood

• Supports healthy liver function

• Improves vision

• Treats menopausal symptoms

• Improves fertility

• Alleviates anxiety and stress

• Supports kidney function

• Strengthens muscles and bones

• Improves memory

• Helps chronic dry cough

• Relieves insomnia and improves sleep

• Improves bodies resistance to disease

So.. Can you think of any reasons not to eat them? Thought not :)

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