Monday, December 15, 2008

What Is Goji Juice

Himalayan goji berries and Chinese goji berries are equally effective when it comes to health but there is a difference in taste. The Chinese berries are smaller and a little bitter tasting. The Himalayan berries are larger, plumper and sweeter tasting.

Either way, this marvelous little fruit with its health and anti-aging benefits, along with exercise, more of a vegetarian diet including fresh herbs, lots of water and fresh air, might very well be your fountain of youth!

With modern technology we can now analyze the make up and components and health benefits of goji berries (also known as wolfberries).

Goji Juice has been traditionally used to alleviate the following conditions:

* to strengthen the heart and alleviate heart palpitations
* fights insomnia and forgetfulness
* contains polysaccharides which control the pituitary glands that produce HGH (human growth hormone) which is a powerful anti-aging hormone
* can be used by pregnant women to alleviate morning sickness.
* Has in clinical trials shown a partial reversal in sexual dysfunction in seniors
* Used to boost the function of the immune system
* Has some anti-cancer properties and has been successfully used to treat hepatitis-B
* Has been used successfully for weight loss
* Helps the body detox, cleans the blood and build the immune system.

Here are some facts about this marvelous fruit:

* They contain 19 amino acids including the 8 essential amino acids.
* They have 21 trace minerals including zinc, calcium, germanium, selenium and phosphorus
* B vitamins
* Has more Beta-carotene than carrots (which converts to vitamin A) and has a complete spectrum of antioxidants.
* Has vitamin E which is almost unheard of in fruits
* Has 500 times more Vitamin C by weight than oranges
* It contains the anti-inflammatory agent beta-sitosterol which lowers cholesterol and takes care of sexual health
* They have essential fatty acids such as omega 6 and linoleic acid that regulate hormones
* Has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

Goji Berry Juice has no harmful effect and there is no prescribed amount of consumption. Anyone can take it in suitable quantity.

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