HERBAL STAPLES
Goji Berries
Goji Berries
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Goji Berries sourced from Ning Xia, China where they are prized for their medicinal qualities.
Other common names: Wolfberries, Gou Qi Zi, 枸杞子
An ancient superfood widely used in cooking and TCM as an important part of a health-promoting diet.
From a biomedical perspective, research has shown that the polysaccharide component of this berry contain anti-ageing, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. They are also a good source of vitamin c, carotenoids which are good for skin and can convert to vitamin A, and zeaxantin which helps protect your eyes.*
Your eyes will be grateful after a long day of screentime.
TCM Functions
TCM Functions
- Nourishes your kidneys and liver yin where energy and nutrition is dispersed to the eyes.
- Promotes smooth movement of Qi.
- Moistens lungs.
- Neutral in nature.
How To Use
How To Use
- Enjoy as a tea. Add chrysanthemum and red dates for a sweet herbal infusion.
- A sweet snack.
- Add to your salads, smoothie bowls, soups, stews, porridge, congee, baked goods for enhanced nutrition and a mild sweet flavour.
Storage
Storage
Once opened, please store herbs in an airtight container, in a cool, dry place and away from direct sunlight. Storing in the fridge is preferable. Goji berries will easily turn moist and perish if stored in warm and humid conditions.
Notes
Notes
- Source: Ma, Z. F., Zhang, H., Teh, S. S., Wang, C. W., Zhang, Y., Hayford, F., ... & Zhu, Y. (2019). Goji berries as a potential natural antioxidant medicine: An insight into their molecular mechanisms of action. Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity, 2019.
- Product of China.
- Chinese herbal benefits are based on TCM principles.
- May contain traces of other parts of the plant.
- Due to the nature of natural herbs, there may be slight variations in colour & taste with each batch, but never in the quality.
- These statements have not been evaluated by the TGA. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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