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What if you could give your immune system an enormous boost just by eating a single type of fruit? In a time poor, sedentary world, taking care of your health is more difficult than ever. You’re constantly looking for that silver bullet and foods that will not only help fight disease but provide more energy. Sadly, there is no silver bullet but including this fruit into your daily diet can definitely help you get there. Introducing the Goji Berry Meet the goji berry - a tiny, red berry harvested from an evergreen shrub in China, Mongolia and the Tibetan Himalayas. The goji berry, sometimes known as wolfberry, is part of the nightshade family and has many people excited about its health benefits. Goji berries are typically served dried, though goji berry juice can be taken for a potent punch. Goji berries are an excellent source of zeaxanthin, which is also found in kale, spinach, and broccoli. This serves to combat loss of vision by protecting the eyes from high-energy light waves. Some sources of damaging rays include UV rays from the sun, fluorescent lights in most offices and tanning beds. Everyone absorbs far more UV radiation than they realise because of all the hidden sources so this is a big plus. People with diets high in zeaxanthin show lower incidents of cataracts and macular regeneration. The Benefits of Goji Berries Several studies are being conducted to see the benefits of goji berry juice’s impact on the liver, skin, hair, immune function and overall mobility. People have reported greater mobility and blood flow by including goji berry juice in their diets. The juice is an excellent additive to smoothies, providing a tartness to balance sweeter smoothie ingredients like bananas and strawberries. Some have claimed the high shots of antioxidants through the dried berries or juice slow the growth of cancer cells. Though there are no clear indications in medical studies (of course drug companies aren’t going to fund something like this), a clear line can be drawn between a healthy diet and the body’s ability to combat disease. So it might not be the silver bullet to kill cancer cells, but it’s definitely a step toward an overall healthier body. How To Use Goji Berries The dried berries themselves make an excellent addition to porridge or muesli. The warmth of the whole grain and water cause the berries to hydrate slightly making them softer and chewier. Goji berries go well in trail mix where the tart tang can go with sweeter raisins, hearty nuts, and other dried fruits. And remember to sprinkle them at festive events like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. They also go perfectly with granola or yoghurt. Given their strong flavour, they work better mixed with other ingredients taking the edge off their natural tartness. While no food is the perfect food, I recommend finding ways to include goji berries in your diet. The increase in antioxidants combined with their complex and interesting flavour makes a healthy alternative to raisins in oatmeal. Your body will thank you for the boost goji berries give you and you’ll simply feel better about yourself for choosing healthy foods. For more natural health tips visit our blog at: http://www.alkalife.com.au/blog
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