10 Surprising Benefits Of Goji Berries For Skin, Liver, And Diabetes

The wolfberry fruits or goji berries (scientific name - Lycium barbarum) have been used in traditional Chinese medicine since around 200 B.C.

They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including - dietary fiber, iron, vitamin C, zinc, vitamin A, and antioxidants.

Here Are 10 Surprising Benefits Of Goji Berries For Skin, Liver, And Diabetes:

#1 Weight Loss - goji berries are low in calories, fat-free and are packed with dietary fiber — that also helps you go to the bathroom on a regular basis and manage weight.

#2 Immune System Boost - carotenoid beta-carotene and amino-acid cysteine found in these berries are both recognized for their positive impact on immune function.

#3 Skin Protection - they contain a high amount of vitamin C, that is known to support tightening and firming and protects the skin from environmental stressors.

#4 Male Sexual Health Boost - goji berries have a long history tied to sexual fertility. For instance, one study showed that goji berries substantially improved recovery of testosterone levels and increased sperm quantity and movement.

#5 Liver Health - a few studies have demonstrated that goji berries decreased liver enzymes and increased liver tissue antioxidant activities.

#6 Cancer-Fighting Properties - a 1994 study conducted on 79 patients with various advanced cancers concluded that patients treated with immunotherapy in combination with goji polysaccharides saw their cancers regress.

#7 Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Prevention - recent studies suggest that the fruit extracts of goji berries possess impressive hypoglycemic properties.

#8 Alzheimer's Disease Prevention – goji berries are a good source of polysaccharides, complex carbohydrates which lessen the negative effects of elevated homocysteine levels in plasma that is associated with an increased risk of the Alzheimer's disease.

#9 Lower LDL Cholesterol - beta-sitosterol, an anti-inflammatory agent found in goji berries, lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol. Beta-sitosterol does not appear to affect levels of HDL (good) cholesterol or triglycerides.

#10 Healthy Eyes - a recent study has established that goji berries contain zeaxanthin, a potent antioxidant known for helping maintain healthy vision.

Note - if you take warfarin, you should avoid goji berries. In addition, goji berries may interact with diabetes and blood pressure medications, so check with your healthcare provider about possible interactions.

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