With the improvement of living standards, people's concept of health preservation is becoming stronger, and the precious medicinal herb black goji berry is also beginning to be known by everyone. But do you really understand black goji berry? What are the correct ways to eat black goji berry? What are the benefits of black goji berry?
Correct ways to eat black goji berry and its benefits
Correct ways to eat black goji berry
Black goji berry contains a variety of nutrients, such as amino acids, vitamins, minerals like calcium, zinc, iron, etc. Its most important component is anthocyanin, which can eliminate free radicals and promote blood circulation. It has anti-aging, immune-enhancing, and beauty-enhancing effects. Therefore, the medicinal value of black goji berry is closely related to anthocyanin. To preserve the nutritional value of anthocyanin, the best way to consume black goji berry is to chew it directly, steep it in warm water, or soak it in alcohol.
Benefits and effects of black goji berry
Improves sleep quality
Currently, black goji berry has the highest content of anthocyanin among natural wild plants, which is why it is also called the "king of anthocyanins". Anthocyanins can eliminate free radicals and protect brain nerves from damage by penetrating the blood-brain barrier. They can also stabilize brain tissue function, thus improving sleep quality.
Protects liver and improves eyesight
Black goji berry has the effect of protecting the liver and improving eyesight. The anthocyanins it contains can promote the regeneration of rhodopsin in retinal cells, thus protecting vision and relieving eye fatigue.
Slows down aging
Anthocyanins can prevent the premature formation of wrinkles and are effective antioxidants. They can also effectively eliminate the accumulation of harmful substances. Black goji berry can delay cell and tissue aging and has anti-aging effects.
Complete guide to the correct consumption of black goji berry
Soaked in water
Black goji berry and chrysanthemum water
Ingredients: black goji berry, chrysanthemum.
Directions: Take 6g of white chrysanthemum and 10g of black goji berry, put them in a teacup, steep in hot water, and let it soak for 10-15 minutes before drinking.
Black goji berry and astragalus water
Ingredients: 5 slices of astragalus, 10 black goji berries.
Directions: After the water boils, reduce the heat to medium, put the astragalus in the pot and simmer for 1 hour, then add the black goji berries. Filter out the tea juice with a strainer and drink it.
Soaked in alcohol
Five-flavor black goji berry wine
Ingredients: Black goji berry, ophiopogon, American ginseng, eleuthero, epimedium, each 20g, 1000ml 50°C white wine.
Directions: 1. Put the above five herbal ingredients into a wine container.
2. Add white wine and let it soak. After sealing, it can be consumed after 15 days.
3. Take 15-20ml each time, once in the morning and once in the evening.
Effects: Nourishes the liver and kidneys, dispels wind and dampness, regulates the five organs.
Dangshen black goji berry wine
Ratio:
5g Dangshen, 20g black goji berry, 500g rice wine.
Procedure:
1. Crack the Dangshen into slices and put it in a container with the black goji berry.
2. Add rice wine, seal, and soak for 7 days. Remove the residue and it is ready to be consumed.
Effects: Nourishes the liver and kidneys, improves vision, nourishes the middle burner and boosts qi.
Who should not eat black goji berry
1. People with weak digestive system
Black goji berry is a nourishing herb, and eating it may worsen the condition of those with weak digestive systems, leading to loose stools and symptoms such as indigestion and acid reflux.
2. People with cold and inflammation
Black goji berry is a precious nourishing herb that can warm the body. It is not suitable for people with cold and inflammation as it may worsen their condition.
3. People with spleen deficiency and diarrhea
Black goji berry has a nourishing and warming effect. It is not suitable for people with spleen deficiency and diarrhea as it may worsen their condition.
Can black goji berry be consumed for a long time?
It is not recommended to consume it for a long time.
Although black goji berry contains amino acids, proteins, vitamins, and other nutrients with the effects of nourishing the kidneys, replenishing blood, and calming the nerves, it is not suitable for long-term consumption because it is a nourishing herb and long-term consumption may cause discomfort and symptoms of heatiness such as nosebleeds and swollen eyes.
