Goji berry Nutritional and Health Benefits

Description of Goji berry

Goji berry is a fruit also known by the name wolfberry, bright red in colour and scientifically referred as Lycium barbarum belonging to the family of solonaceae. It is believed to have originated from the Himalayan Mountains of Tibet and Mongolia in China. Goji berry is a longevity fruit that can be eating raw, dried or cooked with a sweet-sour taste. They are nutrient densed, commonly used to treat different health issues. They can be found in juices, wines, medicines etc. Presently, it’s also grown in some other parts of the world. It is rated the number 1 anti aging food globally with an ORAC value of 3,290 µ mol TE/100g (micromol Trolox Equivalent per 100 grams). It is unique for its high richness in nutrients and its powerful antioxidant property.

  

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Nutritional Benefits of Goji berry

Goji berries are fruits highly rich in essential fatty acids, 18 amino acids including the 8 essential ones. They are a good source of antioxidants, vitamin A, B-complex, C and E, fibres, 21 trace minerals including calcium, zinc, germanium and selenium. These berries are very high in protein concentration and contain some complex compounds like, beta-sitosterol, physalin, betaine and sesquiterpenoids. They contain more beta-carotene than carrots and many more essential nutrients which are require by the body for its development. Goji berry is a station for powerful nutrition.

Health Benefits of Goji berry

Many great benefits come from the presence of the nutrients in goji berry making its medicinal functions undeniable. When you consume goji berry, your body begins to experience a general feeling of wellbeing as it produces more of your body hormones, increases the functionality of your brain and nervous system, delays the aging of your cells, combats fatigue, lowers your cholestrol level, protects your eye to improve vision, calms nervousness in you, enhances your memory and promotes your muscle growth. Goji berry is effective in the treatment of many health problems like cervical cancer, hepatitis B, leukaemia, menstrual discomfort, fever, kidney problems etc. they also help in body strengthening, improving longevity, boosting the immune system, and serve as a good detoxifier because of their fibre contents.

Consume goji berries as part of your meals today and experience a complete sense of good health. Goji berries could interact adversely with some drugs except when taken in some supplement. So, reach out to your doctor first if you are unhealthy otherwise, it's safer to be eaten in moderation. Goji berry is a solution to many ailment in the world today.

Borojo nutritional and health Benefits

Description of Borojo
Borojo is an Embera word meaning head fruit boro = head, jo = fruit. Embera is a language in eastern Panama. Borojo is from the family of Rubiaceae, its scientific name is Borojoa patinoi cuatrec. There is also Borojoa sorbilis cautrec, both species are similar but vary in type of soil they grow. Borojo is found in Columbia (some parts), Ecuador and Panama. It grows to about 7 - 12cm in length. It is considered ripe when it falls from the tree. Turns brownish when is ripe. Borojo has an ORAC value of 4500 micro molTE/100g. 

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Nutritional Benefit of Borojo
Borojo contains high level of calcium, protein, ascorbic acid (Ascorbic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound with antioxidant properties), iron and very high level of phosphorus.  It also contains Niacin (vitamin B3) and Amino acid. Borojo has polyphenol present in it especially in its powdered form.

Health Benefit of Borojo
The presence of Niacin (vitamin  B3) makes Borojo potent for treating/fighting diseases like depression, anxiety, arthritis, cancer and most importantly schizophrenia.
Polyphenols are strong antioxidants that protect cells against free radical damage.
Potent for Bronchial afflictions.
You can't be on Borojo and complain of inability to perform the bedroom duties properly;  it is a natural sexual stamina booster.
wonderful source of protein for vegetarian diet.
Its ability to normalize sugar level makes it Great for diabetic Patients.
One pound of Borojo is equivalent to 3 pounds of Amino acid found in meat. And the increase energy you feel is Amazing.

Borojo is indeed a wonderful fruit with a long list of advantages and the list is getting larger and larger as more research is made.