Goji Juice
Goji Juice is the marketing name of juice extracted from Wolfberry and marketed as "Himalayan Goji berry", "Tibetan Goji berry" or Goji Juice.
Wolfberry is the common name for the fruit of two very closely related species: Lycium barbarum and Lycium chinense. Wolfberry species grow in many regions across the world, with China producing the largest commercial quantities.
Wolfberry is also known as Chinese wolfberry, goji berry, goji plant, barbary matrimony vine, matrimony vine, bocksdorn, and Duke of Argyll's tea tree. Unrelated to the plant's geographic origin, the names Tibetan goji and Himalayan goji are in common use in the health food market.
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| Goji Juice comes from the berry fruit of Wolfberry |
Health - Goji Juice Benefits
Wolfberries and Goji juice have been used in traditional Chinese medicines (also traditional Korean, Japanese and Tibetan medicines) for hundreds of years, dating back to the 7th century Tang Dynasty.
In traditional Chinese medicine, Goji Juice is believed to enhance the immune system, improve eyesight, protect the liver and improve circulation amongst other health benefits.
Goji Juice Side Effects
There have been no reported cases of any serious side effects or allergic reactions to goji juice when taken in moderation or as directed. Be wary of taking goji juice at night as it may increase alertness and make it difficult to sleep. Pregnant women should be cautious not to exceed the recommended dosage, as it may cause birth complications.
Cancer Cure
There is no scientic evidence to suggest goji juice is a cure for cancer. The antioxidants in goji juice does provide health benefits by helping prevent cancer. Goji juice comes from a berry and like most berries contains vital and essential nutrients for good health.
Nutritional Information
Goji Juice is very high in nutrients including 11 essential and 22 trace dietary minerals, 18 amino acids, 6 essential vitamins, 8 polysaccharides and 6 monosaccharides, 5 unsaturated fatty acids, including the essential fatty acids, linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid, 5 carotenoids, including beta-carotene and zeaxanthin, lutein, lycopene and cryptoxanthin, a xanthophyll and numerous phenolic pigments (phenols) associated with antioxidant properties.
Goji Juice Research
Research in to the properties of goji juice and health benefits has been limited. Until recently, there has been more folk lore going around than scientific fact.
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