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Goji Berries.... A nutritious snack, and so much more!

Goji Berries are an ancient Chinese remedy. They were described as a "superior tonic" by Shennong's Materia Medica, written in the 1st century.

The Goji berry market has exploded in recent years, and you can buy goji juice, dired goji berries for snacking, goji powder, goji extract to take as a supplement....

Learn what they taste like, how to enjoy them, and where to buy them to get the best deal.

These are also called wolfberries and their scientific name is Lycium barbarum. I like to call them Gogi or Golgi, but I know that's wrong!

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Heaven Mountain Goji Berries

My Review - They live up to their claim of being snack quality!

Heaven Mountain Goji Berries Snack PackI got a free sample of these Goji Berries from iHerb.com. I've never eaten Goji Berries before. I imagined that they might be like raisins or cranberries. I was wrong.

They taste similar to dates. They are about the same moisture content as dried cranberries. The seeds aren't very noticeable. They do tend to stick together. They taste sweet but maybe slightly bitter at the same time.

I didn't feel stronger or any less stressed after eating them, and I can't attest to their health benefits. I would eat them again... But from reading reviews, I can tell that some people just love the taste of them. That's not me.

The brochure that came with my free sample is really interesting. It has a map of china that shows where Heaven Mountain is, which is where these berries come from.

The brochure questions as to whether any Goji berries are actually from the Himalayas or Tibet region.... They say that since Goji berries are not grown in the Himalayas, it is a mystery as to where those Goji berries comes from. I guess they must be trying to make their competition look like liars?

Where do Goji Berries Come From?

Mostly China, it seems... Maybe only China?

Brochure on Heaven Mountain Goji Berries

Buy Dried Goji Berries on Sale

Several different brands to choose from - and many reviews to read!

Dragon Herbs, Heaven Mountain Goji Berries, 8 oz (227 g)
Delicious and soft for snacking. Also ideal for putting in salads, yogurt, baking in muffins, adding to oatmeal, making homemade tea, etc.
Navitas Naturals, Goji Berries, Sun-Dried, 16 oz (454 g)
Himalayan Superfruit, Vegan, & Kosher. Contains antioxidants and Vitamin C & Vitamin A.
Woodstock Farms, Organic Goji Berries, 7 oz (199 g)
Woodstock farms was created to honor the inseparable relationship between the vitality of the soil, the energy of plants, the taste of ripeness and the viability of farming. Our farmers, their harvest and your well being are the heart and soul of our commitment to you and to our place on earth.

How to Eat Goji Berries - in Pictures

Smoothie, Salad, Fire Ants on a Log, Truffles, Tea...

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Buy Goji Juice at a Discounted Price!

Follow these links for $5 off at checkout for your first order!

Dynamic Health, Goji Gold, 32 fl oz (946 ml)
Certified Organic, Cold Pressed from Fresh Goji Berries. Used in ancient recipes for a health promoting tonic. Many natural benefits.
Earth's Bounty, Goji Juice, 33 fl oz (946 ml)
Goji berries grown in the Himalayan Mountains and nearby areas. Rich source of carotenoids, glyconutrients, and phytonutrient compounds. Great supplement for good health.
Genesis Today, Total Goji100, 100 % Goji Juice Liquid, 32 fl oz (946.3 ml)
Contains Goji Juice, Goji Fruit Meat, Goji Fruit Skin, and Goji Fruit Seeds.

Scientific Studies and Research on Goji Berries

Some evidence indicates use for vision related and brain related disorders.

Antioxidant activities of some common ingredients of traditional chinese medicine, Angelica sinensis, Lycium barbarum and Poria cocos
This study concludes that Lycium barbarum extract is a good antioxidant.
Neuroprotective effects of anti-aging oriental medicine Lycium barbarum against %u03B2-amyloid peptide neurotoxicity
This animal study shows that Golgi berries have a neuroprotective effect and should be studied for preventing Alzheimer's disease.
Neuroprotective effects of Lycium barbarum Lynn on protecting retinal ganglion cells in an ocular hypertension model of glaucoma
Study about use in glaucoma
Fasting plasma zeaxanthin response to Fructus barbarum L. (wolfberry; Kei Tze) in a food-based human supplementation trial
Goji berries can increase plasma zeaxanthin levels and may help maintain macular pigment density. Foods containing zeaxanthin may prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Have you tried Goji Berries?

Do you love them or hate them?

  • Jhangora Apr 14, 2011 @ 11:42 pm | delete
    Not yet but I have read about Goji Berries before. Find the controversy about their place of origin amusing. If indeed they are grown in Tibet - they should be grown in my state as well - as it borders Tibet and Nepal. I should find out what these Berries are called in Hindi and my dialect - Garhwali.
  • hotbrain Apr 15, 2011 @ 12:15 am | delete
    Thanks for your comment. It is amusing! I'll see if I can find any more info.
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