Organic Goji Berry Bulk - 125g

Goji berries are eaten as they are or rehydrated (soak overnight). They can be quite simply munched on, or steeped in a cup of hot water or milk, or still sprinkled on a salad or a fish dish, where they will bring a touch of originality. Of Tibetan origin, Goji is a red fruit resembling a small elongated cherry. For the inhabitants of the Himalayan slopes, eating a handful of goji berries every morning will keep smile until the evening. This fruit has been known and used for centuries in Chinese medicine. It is exported to America and Europe since the 1980s. THE GOJI FOR FULL OF ENERGY! GOJI: WHAT IS IT? Goji berries originate from the far east where they are consumed for over 2,000 years. From the nightshade family in which we find for example peppers or tomatoes, these berries are highly sought after for their virtues. Very popular in traditional Chinese medicine, they have the reputation of being rich in antioxidants and are used to combat energy loss, digestive problems and respiratory problems. Goji is a real concentrate of benefits since its consumption provides vitamins B1, B2, C and E as well as zinc and beta-carotene. HOW TO USE THE GOJI? Goji berries are banned for export in their form fresh, on the other hand it is possible to find goji under its dehydrated form. Our organic goji retains all its qualities and allows to bring all its benefits to people wishing introduce this berry in their daily diet. Goji can be eaten raw or cooked. One of the most common ways consists of putting it in your cereal for breakfast, rate of ten grams per bowl. You can also incorporate the goji in smoothies to make them delicious juice rich in essential nutrients. If you are starting a goji cure, it is advisable to consume ten to twenty grams per day. Daily consumption of 1 to 2 tablespoons of berries is sufficient to enjoy the many benefits of this small fruit. AVERAGE GOJI NUTRITIONAL VALUES For 100 g of dried goji berries: Energy: 320 Kcal Proteins: 11.7g Carbohydrates: 57.7g Fat: 2.9g Fiber: 10g Vitamin C: 29mg Calcium: 112mg Potassium: 1132mg Beta-carotene: 7400µg