Dried goji berries 1kg Makar

Dried goji berries1kg Pasta

Goji berries are the fruits of the wolfberry (Lycium barbarum) originating and widely cultivated in China. They are a real "vitamin bomb" containing as many as 19 amino acids, many valuable vitamins, minerals and health-saving polyphenols. Therefore, they belong to the group of so-called superfoods.

Health properties of goji berry chemical components

Goji berries are rich in simple sugars (arabinose, glucose), which are here in the form of polysaccharides. It turns out that they have a strong anti-cancer effect, leading to the destruction of cancer cells (e.g. prostate, women's breasts, stomach, lungs, leukemia). Goji berries help fight diabetes by lowering blood glucose levels. It turns out that they also reduce the level of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, support the work of the heart and circulatory system. Regular consumption of goji berries increases the activity of antioxidant enzymes (superoxide dismutase, glutathione). The presence of carotenoids (zeaxanthin, β-carotene, lutein) prevents eye diseases, protects against the harmful effects of UV rays. Large amounts of B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin) improve the functioning of the nervous system and good brain function. They also have a lot of potassium, sodium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, zinc, selenium, which enhances their antioxidant effect. So many valuable substances lead to an increase in testosterone levels in men. Regular consumption of berries goji improves sleep, concentration, physical performance of the body, puts you in a good mood and brings calmness. In China, goji berries are used to detoxify and cleanse the liver.

It is not recommended to consume goji berries by pregnant women or people with blood clotting problems or taking medications for chronic diseases. You can safely consume 5-10 (15)g of dried berries per day.

The abundance of polyphenols in dried goji berries

• phenylpropenoic and phenylcarboxylic acids (caffeic, chlorogenic, p-coumaric, ferulic, gallic) with antioxidant activity
• flavonols (quercetin, kaempferol, rutin) with antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, diastolic, anti-allergic, anti-atherosclerotic properties
• flavanols (catechins, epicatechins) with antiviral, antibacterial, antimutagenic and antioxidant properties

Nutrition values per 100g dried goji berries

Energy value 349 Kcal

Protein 14.3g (most of the amino acid proline), carbohydrate 77g (including fiber 13g), fat 0.4g

Vitamins: A 26800 IU, C 48.4mg,

Minerals: Calcium 190mg, Sodium 298mg, Iron 6.8mg

Goji berries in the kitchen

Dried berries can be eaten as a snack or an addition to dishes, e.g. with rice, meat, soups, cocktails. You can also add goji berries to cakes or oatmeal. They also make infusions. Tinctures, juices and wine are made from fresh fruit.