Facts about goji berries:
- There are 19 amino acids (the building blocks of proteins), out of which 8 are essential, meaning they are indispensable for life.
- It contains 21 trace elements, including germanium, which is rarely found in food and has anti-cancer properties.
- Contains more protein (13%) than whole grains.
- It contains a whole range of antioxidants, including beta-carotene (a better source than carrots!) and zeaxanthin, which protects the eyes. It contains more carotenoids than any other food.
- It contains even more Vitamin C than an orange.
- It contains all B vitamins, which are essential for converting food into energy.
- It also contains vitamin E, which is rarely found in fruits, only in grains and seeds.
- Beta-sitosterol, which also contains an anti-inflammatory, helps lower blood cholesterol levels and is used to treat sexual impotence and prostate enlargement.
- It also contains essential fatty acids, which are necessary for hormone production in the body and for the optimal functioning of the brain and nervous system.
- It contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that has beneficial effects on the heart and blood pressure, and it also has a positive impact on menstrual disorders. It is also used in the treatment of cervical cancer.
- Contains solavetivone, a potent fungal and bacterial killing compound.
- Fizalin contains a compound that is effective in treating major types of leukemia. It has been proven that this compound increases the natural 'killer cell' activity of the spleen in both normal and tumor-bearing mice, and its anti-cancer effect is broad spectrum. It is also used in the treatment of hepatitis B.
- Betaine plays a role in the production of liver choline and beneficially affects nervousness, improves memory, accelerates muscle growth, and protects the liver. Through its methyl groups, betaine also participates in the body's energy processes, helps reduce homocysteine levels - the primary risk factor for heart disease. Its DNA protective effect is also known.
Goji berry is a rich source of vitamin C, containing 500 times more vitamin C per weight than oranges, and more than any other fruit. It is also an excellent source of vitamin A, which is not surprising as the berry itself is a beautiful red color. Additionally, it contains vitamins B1, B2, B6, and E, which are known antioxidants.
Selenium and germanium are abundant sources, and have been used in numerous clinical trials, including in the treatment of cancer patients: they have a liver-protective effect in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. In Eastern medicine, these two elements correct chi deficiency, which means that people with low energy levels who suffer from insomnia, heart rhythm disorders, and anxiety feel better when they consume goji berries.
The fruit contains 18 amino acids (more than honey) and 21 kinds of trace elements, as well as linolenic acid and more beta-carotene than carrots.
In vitro studies show that the minerals found in goji berries can potentially destroy various types of cancer cells. It is hypothesized that this is achieved by inhibiting the division of cancer cells, thereby reducing their reproductive capacity. A comprehensive study conducted in Japan found that tumor growth decreased in 58% of cancer patients compared to the control group as a result of consuming goji berries. A study in Mongolia showed that patients who consumed goji berries experienced a significant increase in lymphocyte activity and their blood ?rejuvenated?.
Lycium Barbarum (the Latin name for goji) has numerous legendary health-enhancing effects supported by scientific studies. These include:
- immunostimulatory effect
- anti-fatigue effect
- weight loss
- free root inhibition
Goji berries are the food with the highest level on the ORAC scale, with 3472 units of antioxidant effect.
The ORAC scale is a standardized rating by the US Department of Agriculture for measuring the antioxidant level of foods. ORAC stands for 'Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity' and its unit is ORAC units per 100 grams of food.
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