21 Vital Reasons to Go For Goji!

1.Life Extension

The body'™s ten trillion cells are under constant attack by free-radicals. These harmful environmental agents can accelerate aging by destroying vital body cells faster than they can be replaced. Goji is known as the 'longevity fruit. Its unique master molecule polysaccharides and powerful antioxidants defend against premature aging, fighting free-radical damage throughout the body.

2. Look and Feel Younger

It is thought Goji stimulates the release by the pituitary gland of HGH (human growth hormone), the youth hormone. The benefits of natural HGH are extensive and may include reduction of body fat, better sleep, improved memory, accelerated healing, restored libido, and a more youthful appearance.*

3. Energy and Strength

Ranked as one of Asia's premier adaptogens, Goji is said to increase exercises tolerance, stamina, and endurance. It helps to eliminate fatigue, especially when recovering from illness.

4. Strengthen Heart

Goji contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that supports normal heart and blood pressure levels within normal ranges; its anthocyanins may help to maintain the normal strength and integrity of a health cardiovascular system.*

5. Blood Profiles

Nearly one in four U.S. adults has blood pressure health conditions. Some of the current research of Goji Berry involves how its master molecule polysaccharides may help to support normal blood pressure within normal ranges.*

6. Cholesterol Levels

Goji contains beta-sitosterol which some studies indicate may help maintain normal cholesterol levels; its antioxidants may contribute in keeping cholesterol from oxidizing and forming plaque. The flavonoids in Goji support healthy circulation.*

7. Enhance Libido and Sexual Function

The Goji berry is revered as one of the premier sexual tonic herbs in all of Asian medicine and is legendary for helping to spark the passions. In fact, an old Chinese proverb cautions men who are traveling far from their wives and families: "He who travels one thousand kilometers from home should not eat Goji!" Goji can markedly increase libido in BOTH MEN AND WOMEN.*

8. Chinese Menopausal Conditions

In traditional Chinese medicine some menopause issues have been ascribed to a deficiency of kidney yin; Goji continues to be the yin tonic of choice to support hormonal balance in women.*

9. Balance Blood Sugar

Goji has been used in China for years and its polysaccharides can help balance healthy blood sugar levels within normal ranges. Goji contains betaine which supports normal liver function and cardiovascular health.*

10. Memory Tonic

Goji is the premier "brain tonic" in Asia , it contains betaine which is converted in the body into choline, a substance that is believed to enhance memory and recall ability.

11. Digestion

Goji is easily digested as a dry-berry; rehydrated to blend as a smoothie; used in soups, salads, and morning cereals (hot or cold).*

12. Normal Kidney Health

Chinese medicine practices proclaim the kidney is the most important of all the vital organs and believed to control the brain and other organs. Proper kidney function is considered to be essential to survival. Goji has a well-deserved reputation as a kidney supertonic, influencing both yin and yang energy.*

13. Happy Spirit

An adaptogen, Goji helps the body to adapt and to cope with stress by providing energy reserves to help the body handle just about any difficulty. It is said that constant consumption of Goji brings a cheerful attitude; in Asia , it is rightfully known as the "œhappy berry."

14. Sleep

Goji has long been used throughout Asia by people with occasional sleep disturbance. In several medical study groups with elderly people, nearly all individuals taking Goji reported better quality of sleep.

15. Vision

Since ancient times Goji berries are very popular for supporting normal vision health. Modern Chinese scientists speculate that Goji Berry is able to reduce the time it takes for vision to adapt to darkness, possibly due to its powerful antioxidant carotenoids.*

16. Heighten Immune Response

The immune system is your body's "armed forces." More than 40 years of research have revealed Goji'™s ability to affect immunity by commanding and controlling many of the body'™s important defenses. Chinese physicians use Goji polysaccharides to enhance and balance the activity of all classes of immune cells, including T-cells, cytotoxic T-cells, NK cells, lysozyme, and the immunoglobulins IgG and IgA.*

17. Supports General Health

The free-radical superoxide has been implicated as having an important role in the onset and progression of human ailments. Superoxide is neutralized in the body by the enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD), but you produce less SOD as you age. At any age, the stresses of everyday life can overwhelm your body'™s ability to produce sufficient SOD to ward off illness. Goji helps restore the balance of the SOD enzyme.*

18. Headaches and Dizziness

In traditional Chinese medicine, occasional headache and dizziness are often said to be caused by deficiencies in kidney yin (vital essence) and yang (function). Goji is among the most frequently used fruit for restoring yin/yang balance.

19. DNA

DNA is the most import chemical in the body because it carries the blueprint for all the traits inherited from ancestors. DNA ensures that cells in the body that need replacement are faithfully reproduced as healthy, exact duplicates. Exposure to chemicals, pollutants, and free-radicals can cause DNA damage and breakage, leading to genetic mutations and illness. Goji'™s betaine and master molecule polysaccharides have been used to restore and repair damaged DNA.*

20. Increase Fertility

Goji has long been used by Asian physicians for infertility in both men and women. In women, Goji is said to have an unmatched ability to restore jing (reproductive essence), and in men, Goji polysaccharides are used to support the extended life of sperm cells.*

21. Inhibit Lipid Peroxidation

Cholesterol and other blood lipids can become a concern when they react in the body to form lipid peroxides. Goji increases levels of an important blood enzyme that may inhibit the formation of lipid peroxides.*

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