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- Goji Berries are low in calories, fat-free, a good source of fiber and a high-antioxidant food Usually eaten raw, dried, or in liquid or powder form, versatile goji berries contain a wide range of phytonutrients, vitamins and trace minerals, giving them the name “superfood berries” It’s rare for a fruit to provide amino acids, especially 11 types considered “essential” that the body can’t make. Also remember that each type of berry or fruit provides a different array and level of antioxidants, so the more types you consume the more benefits. Another goji berry benefit to consider is their convenience. They come in such a small package that for some people it’s often easier to eat them and obtain high levels of nutrients than it might be to eat a few whole pieces of fruit. For example, when you compare goji berries and oranges weight for weight as vitamin C foods, goji berries provide up to 500 times more vitamin C! Wondering how goji berries taste compared to other fruits and how you can use them? Good news — most people find their taste totally pleasant and easy to work with! They add a chewy texture to recipes, and in terms of their flavor, you can think of goji berries like a cross between cranberries and cherries. ›See more product details
Product description Even though goji berries date back to the early days of Chinese medicine, people (including celebrities like Madonna and Miranda Kerr) can't seem to stop talking about this tiny scrunched up fruit. Considered both a fruit and a herb, goji berries are typically found in Asian and European countries, but sold in bulk or packages across North America. Although they are a bit pricey, they include a long list of benefits. Goji berries are an excellent source of antioxidants because of their oxygen radical absorbance cpacity (ORAC) value. An ORAC value indicates a food's antioxidant power on a relative scale. Goji berries have a natural tinge of sweetness with a very slight herb-like aftertaste. They also contain tiny seeds (which contain fibre) that add a nice texture to your meals. You can eat them raw or soak them in hot water before munching. Others prefer adding goji berries to trail mixes, smoothies or as a garnish on cereals, salads or yogurts. Basically, goji berries can be baked, cooked, steamed, and processed in any way after they are washed. Ingredients Goji Berries
