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If you’re a fan of superfoods, then you’ve likely heard about goji berries. These little red berries are powerful in the nutrition department and have been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various ailments like insomnia, inflammation, and fatigue. Goji berries are commonly used as a natural superfood supplement and can be found in many health stores. They have been shown to contain high levels of antioxidants that may help fight against free radicals in the body. This article will discuss everything from how they taste to where you can buy them and their benefits. We hope that reading this article helps answer any questions about these delicious little fruits. What are Goji Berries? Types of Goji Berries? The Goji berry is the fruit of Lycium barbarum, a plant native to Asia. It’s also known as wolfberry and has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. They are a delicious, sweet, and tangy fruit that contains a high level of antioxidants. However, they have been relatively unknown in the U.S., even though they were eaten by ancient Chinese emperors to improve their health and longevity. In recent years, goji berries have become popular with people who want to improve their health or lose weight. The name “goji” comes from the Mandarin word gouqi, which means “bright red.” There are 3 different types of goji berries: red, black, and yellow. The most common variety in North America is the red goji berry, which has been around since the 1990s. They usually have a sweet taste with hints of cinnamon or vanilla flavor. While their black counterpart tends to be more potent than their red counterparts because they have higher levels of antioxidants. Amazing Benefits of Goji Berries First, goji berries are rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are substances that protect cells from free radicals, which can cause cell damage. Second, they’re high in Vitamin A and B as well. These vitamins help keep our eyesight sharp by preventing age-related eye degeneration (ARED). Goji berries also provide us with a substantial amount of protein per handful thanks to the amino acid arginine. Arginine helps preserve muscle mass while boosting energy levels during exercise because it’s an essential part of making nitric oxide – your body’s natural vasodilator. They can help reduce inflammation throughout the body and improve blood flow by lowering cholesterol levels. A study found that eating goji berries helped to improve memory function and cognitive performance. What Do Goji Berries Taste Like? Do Goji Berries Taste Good? The taste of goji berries is distinctive, but it depends on what type of goji berry you’re eating. The best-selling type of goji berry is the red variety. If their dark purple hue doesn’t catch your eye then I’m sure their flavor will; they’re juicy enough to be enjoyed by themselves but also great as an ingredient in cooking or baking. The taste of goji berries is often described as sweet and tangy with hints of raisins or dates. You can eat them as is or add them to your favorite recipes like smoothies or oatmeal. And because they’re so versatile, goji berries make an excellent addition to any diet plan. Dried goji berries have a distinct flavor that is less sweet than their fresh counterpart, and are often dry enough to be eaten like raisins. How to Eat Goji Berries? You can buy goji berries in dried or juice form. If you buy them in the raw, fresh goji berry variety they are about five times sweeter than a grapefruit and can be eaten as is. In their dry state (which I prefer), these berries have been boiled down to such an extent that any sweetness has evaporated away. Instead what remains on your tongue at first bite feels like rich raisins soaked with dark purple syrup of concentrated flavor. You can add them to yogurt or oatmeal, use them as an ingredient in a baked good like goji berry bread with chocolate chips and walnuts. Alongside the other ingredients, I recommend mixing some pure maple syrup to sweeten it up. You can also make jam out of these berries mixed into sugar water that has been boiled down until thick enough for consistency. Make sure not to overcook them, as they lose their shape and juice when cooked too long. Alternatively, you can dry the goji berries at low heat in your oven for about 20 to 30 minutes or so until crisp but not browned – this is how I prefer mine! This gives way more of an intense raisin-like flavor. To make tea with goji berries, you can either steep them in hot water for a few minutes or infuse your choice of herbal tea with them. Once the liquid has cooled down to desired temperature and consistency, it is ready! I recommend using another natural sweetener like honey if needed. How Many Goji Berries Should I Eat A Day? There is no recommended daily intake of goji berries because there have not been any studies done on the health benefits or risks associated with consuming them. However, some people may be able to tolerate eating up to 20-30 grams per day without experiencing adverse effects. It’s important not just to eat them on their own because they lack live enzymes. If desired, cook them first before adding them to your favorite yogurt or oatmeal dish for more flavor and nutrition. Tips for Buying Goji Berries You should buy them from a reputable grocery store or health food market. When buying goji berries, try selecting ones that are bright red and free of any blemishes or mold spots on the skin surface because this will indicate a higher quality product with increased nutrient levels as well. The berries may lose their bright red color after being refrigerated but this doesn’t affect how well goji berry tastes once prepared. It is always best practice not to buy large quantities of any type of product without understanding its shelf life potential. Goji berries are seasonal, so make sure to buy them when they’re in season. There should be a clear expiration date on the package. If you are buying them in bulk for long-term storage, it’s important to know that they will keep fresh up until 12 months if stored correctly. How to Store Goji Berries You should store them in a cool, dark place. Goji berries are one of those tricky dietary bits that you want to stock up on but do so with caution. Buying in bulk is ideal for saving money. But, keep in mind that their shelf life is only 12 months with proper storage. Make sure your air-tight containers seal tightly so there is no chance insects get inside & spoil them by spreading microbes. Also, avoid exposing them to too much light, which can cause them to turn brown. Conclsuion In conclusion, the goji berry is a unique fruit with many benefits. It is a strong antioxidant, it’s high in vitamins and minerals (especially protein). They’re also low-fat with zero cholesterol or saturated fat content – making them an excellent snack option for those looking to maintain their weight as well! While they are tart and can have some funky textures, it’s worth getting past that for their many benefits. So go ahead and give this berry another chance today.
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Što se sve skriva u goji bobicama? Kako konzumacija goji bobica smanjuje želju za slatkim jelima i namirnicama, pomažu i kod mršavljenja Goji bobice tisućljećima su poznate u tradicionalnoj tibetanskoj medicini, a tek su nedavno našle put do zapadnih tržišta, dok su kod nas još uvijek prilično nepoznate. Goji bobice su plod grmolike biljke Lycium barbarum koja potječe iz tibetanskih predjela gdje je smatraju svetom biljkom i konzumiraju već više od tri tisuće godina. Nazivaju ih crvenim dijamantima, jednom od najmoćnijih biljaka na svijetu, sretnim bobicama ili vučjim bobicama. Okus im je blago slatkast, a oblikom i teksturom podsjećaju na grožđice. Beru se nježnim tresenjem grma, nakon čega se najčešće suše i pripremaju za konzumaciju. Goji bobice nisu lijek, no stručnjaci se slažu da kao prirodan dodatak prehrani pridonose dobrobiti cijelog organizma. Posljednjih su godina na zapadu uvrštene u kategoriju superhrane, ponajviše zahvaljujući rezultatima američke ljestvice ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) koju su razvili stručnjaci na američkim Nacionalnim institutima za zdravlje (National Institutes of Health) za mjerenje antioksidativne vrijednosti hrane i dodataka prehrani. Izravna povezanost između zdravstvenih blagodati namirnica i njihovih vrijednosti prema ljestvici ORAC nije potvrđena. Međutim, vjeruje se da će namirnice koje su smještene više na ljestvici učinkovitije neutralizirati slobodne radikale što će, prema teorijama o slobodnim radikalima i starenju, usporiti procese koji mogu doprinijeti pojavi bolesti i stanja povezanih sa starenjem. Pojedini nutricionisti tvrde i da su goji bobice sljedeći izvor mladosti, a u Aziji ih već konzumiraju generacijama u vjeri da će tako živjeti dulje. U tradicionalnoj kineskoj medicini imaju dugu tradiciju korištenja u zaštiti jetre, poboljšanju cirkulacije i vida, jačanju imuniteta, povećanju plodnosti i promociji dugovječnosti. Za svoja svojstva mogu zahvaliti činjenici da su bogate antioksidansima, osobito karotenoidima, među kojima se izdvajaju beta-karoten i zeaksantin koji ima važnu ulogu u zaštiti retine oka i smanjenju rizika od razvoja akularne degeneracije povezane sa starošću, glavnog uzročnika gubitka vida i sljepoće kod osoba starijih od 65 godina. Stručnjaci tvrde i da su jedinstvene među voćem jer sadrže sve esencijalne aminokiseline, imaju veću koncentraciju proteina od bilo kojeg drugog voća, bogate su vlaknima i sadrže više od 20 minerala u tragovima. Imaju više vitamina C od naranče, više beta-karotena od mrkve, više željeza od špinata ili prosječnog odreska, a sadrže i brojne protuupalne, protubakterijske i protugljivične tvari. Brojni su oni koji goji bobice konzumiraju u cilju pomoći u tretiranju brojnih zdravstvenih tegoba i stanja, osobito onih povezanih sa starenjem. Neka istraživanja pokazuju da mogu spriječiti rast tumorskih stanica, osobito kod raka testisa, kao i da pomažu u suzbijanju nuspojava kemoterapija te u borbi protiv autoimunih bolesti. Koriste se kod zaštite ključnih organa, osobito jetre i bubrega, detoksikacije organizma te jačanje metaboličkih aktivnosti i poboljšanje probave. Zapažena je njihova uloga i kod tretiranja Alzheimerove bolesti, problema s pamćenjem, glavobolje, depresije povezane s prehranom, vrtoglavice, stresa, tjeskobe te poboljšanja koncentracije. Jačaju imunitet, kosu i nokte, podižu razinu energije, jačaju cirkulaciju i smanjuju kronični ili akutni umor. Pomažu kod poboljšanja vida, povećanja spolne želje i muške plodnosti, a povoljno djeluju na razinu glukoze u krvi i kolesterola. Olakšavaju tegobe uslijed upala i bolova u zglobovima i mišićima te bolova u leđima, kao i kod kroničnog suhog kašlja, infekcija respiratornog sustava i astme. Kako konzumacija goji bobica smanjuje želju za slatkim jelima i namirnicama, pomažu i kod mršavljenja. Bitno je napomenuti da se osobama koje uzimaju lijekove povezane s dijabetesom, regulacijom krvnog tlaka ili zgrušavanjem krvi preporuča da se prije konzumacija bobica savjetuju sa svojim liječnikom. Na našem su tržištu dostupne suhe goji bobice, a načini njihove konzumacije su brojni. Osim što su izvrsne kad se jedu same, kao odlična i korisna zamjena za brojne grickalice, mogu se konzumirati kao dodatak žitnim pahuljicama s mlijekom ili jogurtom, kao dodatak juhama ili čajevima, samljevene u ukusan napitak te u kombinaciji s drugim bobicama i orašastim plodovima. Među poklonicima goji bobica su i brojne poznate osobe poput Madonne, Elizabeth Hurley i Mische Barton, koje su izjavile da ih redovito konzumiraju zbog njihovih brojnih dragocjenih svojstava.