Goji berries can be found in the Himalayan area, which is why it is also called Himalayan goji berries. Many years ago goji berries where a popular fruit among the people who lived in the Himalayan area. They were well-known for their many nutritional values. Today, the goji berries benefits have been confirmed by nutritionists, who like to categorize it as a superfood. They have a taste that is very similar to raisins and some people also believe that the juice is similar to cranberry. They can also be eaten raw or cooked.
Why are Gogi Berries So Healthy?
Goji berries contain many vitamins such as vitamin A, B1, B2, B, C and E. All of these contribute to helping insomnia, headaches, eye problems and even sexual problems. They also contain high levels of amino acids, which helps in weight loss. That’s why why they are also becoming a popular competitor against Acai berries, which are also popularly used for weight loss.
What is even more surprising and what really makes them a superfood is that Goji berries have a HIGHER level of vitamin C than do oranges! They also have MORE beta carotene than carrots and MORE iron than steak! Goji berries are also a great source of antioxidants and B vitamins, which all help in anti-aging. Many also believe that the antioxidants and B vitamins found in Goji berries help fight cancer.
Today Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, can be found at some super markets as the fruit itself or in the more popular form: goji berry juice. Today a variety of companies offer goji berry juice and other goji berry products in several health supermarkets, where it can also be known as Tibetan Goji Berries.
Today goji berries are already a popular snack in the UK and are quickly gaining popularity in the United States, thanks to the numerous health benefits they provide.