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Superfood Of The Week

  • Writer: Organique Clinic
    Organique Clinic
  • Nov 1, 2022
  • 2 min read

This week’s superfood is the Goji Berry!

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Goji berries are grown in China and have a sweet and slightly tart taste. The berries are typically consumed dried and are known for their use in Chinese Medicine. Some of the benefits Goji Berries offer are:

  • Antioxidants, vitamin C, and zinc which are important for building the immune system.

  • Goji berries may help fight off cancer cells, tumor growths, and remove toxins from the body, due to containing zeaxanthin and Vitamin C precursors (Levy).

  • “They contain 500 times the amount of vitamin C by weight than oranges,” (Goji-Berries).

  • 3 tablespoons of goji berries contain 4 grams of protein!

  • Contains 11 amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own.

  • Cartenoids are also found in this berry which can help aid skin and vision health.

  • May help with conditions such as hyperglycemia, hypertension, and iron deficiency.

To get the benefits of goji berries add them too:

  • Trail mixes

  • On top of gluten free bread with nut butter

  • Wraps or quinoa bowls

  • Smoothies

  • Salads

  • Or just eat them by themselves!

Recipe: Overnight Chia Seed Pudding


*2 TBSP of Chia Seeds (BRAND: Simply Nature - Aldi)

*1/2 cup of Almond Milk (BRAND: Simply Nature - Aldi)

*1 TBSP of Honey OR Maple Syrup (BRAND: ChocZero - ORGANIQUE or online) *Keep in mind, if you are using regular honey or maple syrup, this may go against your food sensitivity testing and recommended sugar intake per meal!


Instructions: Mix all together and refrigerate overnight to enjoy for breakfast in the morning! Top with Goji Berries, Raspberries, Blueberries, etc.!


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Pure Brands: Foods Alive, Dragon Herbs

References:

“Goji Berries - Organic.” Foods Alive , Foods Alive Inc, foodsalive.com/products/organic-goji-berries-foods-alive?variant=32965305231.


Levy, Jillian. “Goji Berry Benefits, Nutrition, Uses and Side Effects.” Dr. Axe, Dr. Axe., 29 Jan. 2020, draxe.com/nutrition/goji-berry-benefits/.

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