Himalayan Berries
Magical Himalayan Berries
Himalayan Berries are known by many names, including Goji Berry, Tibetan Goji Berry, Lycium Fruit, Chinese Wolfberry, Mede Berry, Matrimony Vine, Chinese Boxthorn, Red Medlar and Happy Berry. Traditionally from the Ningxia Province of China, these curative berries are also found in the sheltered valleys of the Himalayas in Tibet, as well as in Mongolia.
Ancient Chinese medical literature lauds Himalayan Berries for their ability to strengthen the eyes, liver and kidneys, as well as fortify the ‘qi’ (or ‘chi’) which is known to be the life force of all living beings. This was demonstrated by Ben Cao Gang Mu who had written his physician’s handbook during the Ming Dynasty (A.D. 1368-1644). Herein he stated that the regular use of this tiny berry can lead to longevity as it not only helps to regulate the body’s flow of vital energy, but also to strengthen the physique.
Some of the amazing and life affirming properties of Himalayan Berries include:
- 18 amino acids, including all eight that are essential for life.
- 21 trace minerals, including germanium, an anti-cancer trace mineral rarely found in foods.
- More protein than that contained in wholewheat.
- More carotenoids than any other food, including beta-carotene and zeaxanthin.
- Vitamin C at even higher levels than those found in oranges.
- B-Complex vitamins, necessary for converting food into energy.
- Vitamin E, commonly found in grain and seeds but only rarely in fruits.
- Beta-Sitosterol, an anti-inflammatory agent that lowers cholesterol and treats sexual impotence.
- Essential fatty acids for the production of hormones and optimal functioning of the brain/nervous system.
- Cyperone, a sesquiterpene beneficial to the heart and blood pressure, also known to alleviate menstrual discomfort and treat cervical cancer.
- Solavetivone, a powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial compound.
- Physalin, a natural compound active against all major types of leukaemia.
Contact Goji Health today for more information on Himalayan Berries and how they can help you.
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