Goji berries can be consumed all year round and have become a popular health food in many households. Although there are many ways to eat goji berries, how to eat them effectively? Traditional Chinese medicine reminds us that no matter how we eat goji berries, it is only effective if consumed regularly. Let's see what the experts say!
Goji berries have a sweet and mild taste. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that they can nourish the liver and kidneys, nourish the essence and improve eyesight, as well as enhance the immune system. Goji berries are rich in carotenoids and various vitamins, which can help prevent heart disease and cancer.
For modern people, the most practical benefits of goji berries are their anti-fatigue and blood pressure-lowering effects. Goji berries can also protect the liver, lower blood sugar, soften blood vessels, and reduce levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. They also have certain therapeutic effects for fatty liver and diabetes patients. As a result, goji berries are becoming more and more popular.
Goji berries can be used in three parts. Goji leaves can be used to make "goji leaf tea" to drink; the red fruits, also known as goji berries, can be used for cooking or making tea; goji roots, also known as "digupi," are generally used as medicinal materials. So how to eat goji berries effectively? Here are some suggestions:
When cooking with goji berries, pay attention to the cooking method. The cooking time for goji berries should not be too long. They should be added to stir-fried dishes or soups towards the end to prevent the loss of a large amount of nutrients. Therefore, goji berries are more suitable for brewing tea or as an ingredient in cold dishes. Goji berries should not be washed for a long time, as this will cause the loss of nutrients. It is recommended to rinse them briefly in warm water.
Due to the strong warming effect of goji berries, people with high blood pressure or excessive irritability should avoid excessive consumption, especially those who tend to have a flushed complexion after consuming a large amount of meat. It is also not advisable to eat goji berries during acute illnesses such as colds, fever, inflammation, and diarrhea.
The most suitable people to eat goji berries are those with weak constitution and poor resistance, but they must be consumed daily and persistently in order to be effective. Any health supplement should not be overconsumed, and goji berries are no exception. Generally, it is appropriate for healthy adults to eat about 20 grams of goji berries per day.
