Goji Berries Nutrition

Goji Berries

Goji or wolfberry is actually divided into two sub-species, which are known as Lycium barbarum and Lycium chinense, both belonging to the Solanaceae family. Wolfberry is native to China but is also grown in warmer regions around the world, including Australia, North America, the Mediterranean basin, Central Asia, and Southwest Asia. 

China is the biggest exporter of wolfberry in the world. The English name goji is derived from the Mandarin name gouqi. The other name, wolfberry, is thought to have originated from the Greek name of the plant Lycium, from Lycos or wolf in Greek. 

Goji tree grows up to a height of about 3 meters. The berries are small, up to 2 cm, dark red or orange, and oblong shaped. These berries taste anywhere from bitter to sweet.

Nutrition of Goji Berries

Health Benefits of Goji Berries

• Protects Brain Cells
• Prevents Liver Damage
• Skin Care
• Improves Sleep Quality
• Aids Diabetes Management
• Controls Cholesterol Levels
• Free Radical Scavenging
• Cardiovascular Protection
• Maintains Healthy Body
• Anti-cancer Properties