The Benefits of Goji Berries

We are thrilled to announce a new product that we know you are going to love as much as we do! We now have Organic Goji Berries, also known as wolfberries, lycium, and the Chinese, Gou Qi Zu. They are traditionally used in soups and teas, but are delicious and are often eaten as a snack, used as a superfood topping for ice cream and desserts, or thrown into smoothies.

Goji berries are used to tonify the blood. Because of it’s blood protective qualities, goji can help one to maintain a youthful complexion, thick, healthy hair, strong nails, and preserves overall vitality.

Goji berry is high in antioxidants, loaded with healthful phytochemicals, polysaccharides, trace minerals, beta-carotene, and vitamins (1).

According to studies on goji berries, those who consume the berry report better, more restful sleep, increased energy, enhanced cognitive performance, reduction in stress, digestive improvements, and a boost in emotional and spiritual wellbeing (1).

Due to its long history of use and time-tested benefits, goji has been studied extensively by modern science. According to the research, Goji protects the cardiovascular system, the liver, and the pancreas. It also has neurological protective properties (2). It can boost energy and prevent fatigue. Goji berries have also been used as a fertility aid. In addition, they are well known for protecting the skin.

Goji berry is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to tonify the blood (3).  Because blood is the most yin substance in the body, goji berry is mostly yin nourishing. It also contains some slight yang action by nourishing their essence or jing (3). It is famous for brightening the eyes nourishing the liver, as the liver channel in Chinese medicine connects directly to the eyes (3).

Our goji berries are organic, fresh, and delicious. They are incredibly versatile as they are ready to be eaten or added to soups, teas, or your beverage of choice. They are the perfect addition to your herbal arsenal for maintaining youthful vitality and vibrant health.

Works Cited:

(1) http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acm.2008.0004

(2) http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.3109/19390211.2014.904128?scroll=top&needAccess=true

(3) TCM Clinic Aid App

Use the code “gojiberry” to save 15% on your next order
(valid until Friday 1/27/17 at midnight!)

We hope you love our Organic Goji Berries as much as we do! Try them today, and here is a COUPON CODE to save 15% off your entire order. Just add all items to your cart, put this code in the coupon code box, hit apply, and you’re set!

The coupon code is valid from Monday 1/23/17 – Friday 1/27/17.

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