Tibetan Goji berries, 200-400g

Description

The Goji berries of the Lycium Barbarum variety, grown in the Tibetan plateau of Qinghai, are by far considered the best, in terms of quantity and quality of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, enzymes, etc.), for the more generous size of the berries and for the taste, much sweeter, compared both to the other Goji variety (Lycium Chinense) and the same variety, but cultivated in other areas of China (such as the Ningxia province), or Mongolia.

The superior quality of the Goji plants cultivated in this area of ​​Tibet, at 3,200 meters of altitude, is due to environmental characteristics unique to the world, such as the temperature difference between day and night, the uncontaminated air of these places and the streams of pure and crystalline water that flow directly from the highest peaks of the Himalayan mountain.

It is important to stress that the berries can be really healthy only if they are organically grown.

The selected Tibetan Goji berries come from controlled organic farming and are totally free of any toxic substances, such as pesticides, or sulphites.

To avoid any damage, the berries are hand-picked and then dried in the sun until they reach a moisture content lower than 13%.

Characteristics and taste

Our Goji berries are dried fruits of an intense red color. They are soft, sweet and tasty on the palate.

What are the nutrients in Goji berries?

These are, in principle, the nutrients present in Goji berries.

• 18 amino acids (essential and not);
• 11 minerals (calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, selenium, phosphorus, manganese, magnesium, copper, germanium, chromium) and others in traces;
• 6 vitamins: B vitamins (B1, B2, B3) vitamin A, vitamin C and others in traces;
• 8 polysaccharides and 6 monosaccharides (some of which are specific to goji!);
• 5 fatty acids including essential, linoleic acid, alpha-linoleic acid; beta sitosterol and other phytosterols;
• Carotenoids: beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, lutein, lycopene, cryptoxanthin;
• other substances such as flavonoids, polyphenols, betaine etc.

The quality and quantity of active ingredients can obviously vary according to external environmental factors, such as temperature and rainfall.

Benefits of Goji berries

Thanks to the incredible supply of nutrients, which few other fruits in the world can feature, Goji berries are considered a real superfood. It is no coincidence that in China they call them "the berries of longevity".

In fact, thanks to the unique number of antioxidants, they are an extraordinary multivitamin, with a strengthening action on the immune and preventive system of cellular aging.

They also have an energizing action, anti-degenerative properties, anti-ageing action, promote healthy skin, hair, nails and eyes.

Use advice

It is recommended to take a maximum of 20-25 grams per day (about a cup of coffee). You can eat them throughout the day, at breakfast, as a snack or as a break-hungry snack.

It is better not to consume them at dinner, or before going to sleep because, being naturally rich in sugars, they could negatively affect your sleep.

You can eat them as they are, you can soak them in fruit juices, add to yogurt, smoothies and also to savory dishes and soups.

Contraindications

Goji berries are not recommended for people allergic to solanaceae (peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, etc.) and to those who take anticoagulants. Finally, they are not recommended for diabetics, as they are rich in sugars.

Warnings

Store in a cool and dry place.