Goji Berry

The goji berry, also called the wolfberry, is a bright orange-red berry that comes from a shrub that's native to China. In Asia, goji berries have been eaten for generations in the hope of living longer.

Over time, people have used goji berries to try to treat many common health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, fever, and age-related eye problems. Goji berries, which some brand a “superfood,” are eaten raw, cooked, or dried (like raisins) and are used in herbal teas, juices, wines, and medicines.

Health Benefits of Goji Berries

Goji berries are rich in nutrients. Some early studies using goji berry juice found there may be some possible benefits that included:

A feeling of well-being and calmness

Better athletic performance

Better sleep

Weight loss

A boost to your immune system

Higher antioxidant levels

Many berries are good for you. It's not clear whether goji berries are better than other types of berries or if goji berry supplements would have the same health benefits as the berries themselves.

There are many ways to get goji berries into your diet:

Eat them raw.

Use them in cooking.

Drink goji fruit juice.

Take a goji supplement.

Use them in an herbal tea.