Over the past decade western culture is starting to pay attention to the Goji berries long history and medicinal properties. Goji, (Lycium barbarum) also know as Wolfberry has been consumed in Asia for thousands of years. It is so highly regarded that many regions have annual celebrations that last weeks, giving tribute to this unique food. Goji berry grows throughout a vast area of central Asia stretching from Mongolia to the Himalayas and beyond. These cultures claim Goji has unique magical properties and is the secret to a long healthy life.
This is what we know about Goji berries:
Goji berry is extremely high in vitamin C, approximately 500 times more vitamin C than oranges. They also are rich in vitamin A, B1, B2, B6 and E. Goji contains 19 amino acids and 13 percent protein. These little berries have 21 trace minerals and more beta carotene than you can shake a carrot at. If that's not enough, included are selenium and germanium, what you end up with is a super fruit or more commonly called a super-food!