- Take anything from a small handful to 15 - 45 grams daily - 1 teaspoon = approx. 4 grams (Daily if required) or take them as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
- Children: 5 - 15 grams daily (Daily If Required).
WARNING: It is probably rare but we have to mention it, Goji Berries may interact with certain drugs, including blood thinners and medications for diabetes or high blood pressure. What’s more, you should exercise caution if you’re pregnant, as they contain betaine, a compound that may harm fetal health. Further research is needed to determine whether Goji Berries are safe during pregnancy. If you’re taking medications or have underlying health conditions, you may want to talk to your healthcare provider before adding Goji Berries to your diet.
NOTE: Ancient Purity Dried Goji Berries are good for you. They contain healthy antioxidants which have immunity-boosting qualities. In addition, they can fight harmful free radicals and inflammation.Ancient Purity Goji Berries can be consumed liberally as you can see above, or taken in small doses. Goji Berries can be used to make teas, juice, soup and wine. It can be added to salads, smoothies and yoghurts. Ancient Purity Goji Berries taste deliciously like a raisin and a cranberry mixed together. You can also eat these nutritious berries straight out of the bag. Like any other dried fruit, Goji Berries can be consumed every day.
Ancient Purity Goji Berries can be used the same ways as any dried fruit, such as in smoothies mixed in with muesli or in any recipe which calls for dried fruits. Personally we like to take our Goji Berries in a smoothie, mixed in with some of our other super-food friends such as coconut water, cacao powder, cacao nibs, maca, raw honey, hemp seed or some Celtic sea salt. Throwing a handful of organic Goji Berries in a smoothie and finding the best balance is perhaps one of the healthiest things to consume daily.
Goji Berries Lowdown
On first glance, Ancient Purity Dried Goji Berries look like nothing more remarkable than slightly oversized red raisins. But these nutrient-dense berries, which taste like a cross between cranberry, cherry, and tomato, are indigenous to parts of Asia, particularly the Himalayan mountain region of Tibet, where they've been used for thousands of years for medicinal and spiritual purposes. They’ve been referred to as a super-food on numerous occasions, and it’s easy to see why! Their benefits are so impressive that these berries are often sold powdered or dried when the fresh version is not easily found in shops.
Hot Oat, Quinoa & Goji Berry Ayurvedic Cerial
Ingredients
- ½ cup dried Ancient Purity Goji Berries.
- ½ cup steel-cut oats.
- ½ cup well-rinsed quinoa.
- ¼ cup raisins.
- 1 teaspoon Ancient Purity Celtic Sea Salt.
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom.
- Almond milk, Ancient Purity Bush Apple Syrup, toasted shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas), and toasted walnuts (for serving).
Preparation
- Bring fruit, oats, quinoa, raisins, Celtic Sea Salt, cinnamon, cardamom, and 4 cups filtered water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Cover and let sit off heat overnight. (Alternatively, bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until grains are tender, 20–25 minutes.)
- Before serving, reheat cereal in saucepan, covered, over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally and adding water if needed, until warmed through, 5 to 8 minutes. Serve with almond milk, maple syrup, pepitas, and walnuts (You can also use Ancient Purity Sandalwood Nuts).
- Swap in chopped dried apricots or Ancient Purity Quang Dong Peach for the dried fruit, or top with grated apple in fall, fresh peaches in summer.
- Instead of quinoa, use semi-pearled barley for a chunkier texture.
- Crunch is a must. Try sliced almonds, Ancient Purity Sandalwood Nuts, or Ancient Purity Hemp Seeds.
Vanilla Vegan Goji Berry Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup lightly packed, pitted soft dates.
- 2/3 raw cashews or Ancient Purity Sandalwood Nuts.
- 1/2 cup Ancient Purity Dried Goji Berries.
- 1/4 cup raw cacao nibs.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, optional.
Preparation
- Place all ingredients in a food processor and mix into thick sticky dough that you can easily press together between your fingers.
- If it’s not sticking, add 1 teaspoon of warm water and process again.
- That should do the trick, but if not, repeat 1-2 times until it does.
- Roll into 12 balls and store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freezer for up to 2 months.
These delicate no-bake energy treats are brimming with nutrients thank to super-foods like Ancient Purity Goji berries and Keith’s Ceremonial Raw Cacao.
Goji Berry Boost Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 cup Ancient Purity Goji Berries.
- 1/2 cup almond milk.
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt.
- 1 tablespoon Honey.
Preparation
- Blend all the ingredients in a blender until smooth.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a bit more almond milk until you reach the desired consistency.
- Pour in a glass and enjoy immediately!
- You can add a handful of ice cubes to make it even more refreshing on hotter days. You can also sprinkle some Ancient Purity Goji Berries on top for some added texture.
Goji Berries Health Benefits
High in Antioxidants: Goji Berries are one of the richest sources of antioxidants. Antioxidants help to neutralise free radicals that can damage cells and lead to various ailments.
Boosts Immunity: Goji Berries contain a range of nutrients that help to boost immune function, such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, and zeaxanthin.
Eye Health: Goji Berries are rich in zeaxanthin, an antioxidant that is vital for eye health. It helps to protect the eyes from damage caused by blue light and reduces the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
Anti-Ageing: Goji Berries contain polysaccharides that help to rebuild skin tissues and protect against free radical damage. They also contain antioxidants that help to prevent wrinkles and other signs of ageing.
Weight-Loss: Goji Berries are low in calories but high in fiber, which makes them an excellent addition to any weight loss diet. The fiber in Goji Berries helps to keep you feeling full for longer, reducing the likelihood of overeating.
Anti-Inflammatory: Goji Berries are rich in antioxidants that help to reduce inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammation is a major contributor to many chronic diseases, including cancer, arthritis, and heart disease.
Brain Health: Goji Berries contain compounds that help to improve cognitive function and protect the brain from damage. They also have neuroprotective properties that help to prevent cognitive decline.
Q: What do Goji berries taste like?
A: The taste is not too difficult to describe .... some say between a cranberry and a cherry .... others say they taste of raspberry and plum. You will have to decide for yourself.
Q: Are Goji berries known by other names?
A: Lycium barbarum, wolfberry, gouqizi and Fructus lycii.
Q: What are Goji berries?
A: Ancient Purity Goji Berries grow on an evergreen shrub found in temperate and subtropical regions in China, Mongolia and in the Tibetan Himalayas. They are in the nightshade (Solonaceae) family. Goji Berries are usually found dried. They are shriveled red berries, similar in appearance to red raisins.
Q: Are any additives or preservatives added to Ancient Purity Dried Goji Berries?
A: No, absolutely not, we don’t like these substances, refuse to use them and would never spoil our wonderful Goji Berries with preservatives or anything unnatural.
Q: How long do I need to eat Goji Berries before I get the benefits?
A: You may eat Goji Berries everyday and stay with it as long as you wish. How long it takes before benefits start to show depends on how an individual reacts to Goji berry. Many Chinese eat wolfberry on a regular basis.
Q: What kind of eye conditions will Goji Berries improve?
A: Chinese medicine uses Goji Berries to treat or prevent visual degeneration, such as cataracts, retinopathy, or age related macular degeneration. One report from the Department of Ophthalmology in the Chinese University of Hong Kong demonstrated that carotenoids in wolfberry had a high affinity for the retina. Affinity means the nutrients in wolfberry showed a high concentration in the retina after ingestion and absorption by the body.
Another study on 44 patients with diabetic retinopathy showed that wolfberry significantly improved conditions that cause retinopathy. Dr. Iris F. Benzie, MD and her research team at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University have done a single-blinded, placebo-controlled, human study. The study demonstrate a mean post-supplementation level of 0.096mol/l, a 250 % increase, in fasting plasma zeaxanthin after 4 weeks of eating Goji Berries. 27 People anticipated the study. This study has been published in the British Journal of Nutrition (2005), 93, 123-130.
Q: Are your Goji Berries irradiated as are many other fruits that are imported from overseas?
A: Absolutely not. We insist that that our product is never irradiated and is also never irradiated by quarantine in any country. Our Goji Berries are naturally sundries on mats that enable our wonderful berries to soak up the pristine and pure air.
Q: What is the difference between whole Goji Berries and Goji Juice?
A: Whole berries are whole food containing proteins, essential fatty acids, and have no depleted nutrients that can occur when a fruit is juiced. Many Goji Juices on the market contain preservatives, added sugars, fillers such as Apple & Pear juice and are high in sugars.
Q: When are Goji berries in season?
A: Usually the new crop Goji berries arrives on market in the middle of June. Dried Goji berries are then ready for export at the end of June or early July.
Q: Is it correct that Goji berries are high in antioxidants?
A: Yes, the Goji Berry has more antioxidants than any other known food. It is an antioxidant powerhouse!
300g (10.58 oz.) Dried Berries
