Guest guest Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Sacred Goji - 34 Health Benefit of Himalayan Goji 1. Extend Your Life Your body's ten trillion cells are under constant attack by free radicals. These harmful environmental agents can accelerate aging by destroying vital body cells faster than they can be replaced. Goji is known as the " longevity fruit. " Its unique master molecule polysaccharides and powerful antioxidants defend against premature aging, fighting free-radical damage throughout the body. 2. Increase Your Energy and Strength Ranked as one of Asia's premier adaptogens, goji increases exercise tolerance, stamina, and endurance. It helps to eliminate fatigue, especially when recovering from illness. 3. Look and Feel Younger Goji stimulates the release by the pituitary gland of hGH human growth hormone), the youth hormone. The benefits of hGH are extensive and include reduction of body fat, better sleep, improved memory, accelerated healing, restored libido, and a more youthful appearance. 4. Lower Your Blood Pressure Nearly one in four U.S. adults has high blood pressure (hypertension). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure and/or kidney failure. This is why high blood pressure is often called the " silent killer. " A 1998 research study showed that increased blood pressure could be prevented significantly by goji's master molecule polysaccharides. 5. Prevent Cancer Goji is one of the only plant species on earth that contains the anti- cancer mineral germanium. Its antioxidants and unique polysaccharides can halt the genetic mutations that can lead to cancer. Some scientists believe that goji may be an especially good supplement to prevent liver cancer because it exerts liver protection and anti- cancer effects at the same time. This is important, as the liver is the body's primary detoxifying organ. 6. Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels Goji contains beta-sitosterol, which has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. Its antioxidants keep cholesterol from oxidizing and forming arterial plaques. The flavonoids in goji help to keep your arteries open and functioning smoothly. 7. Balance Blood Sugar and Manage Diabetes Goji has been used in China for the treatment of adult-onset diabetes for many years, and its polysaccharides have been shown to help balance blood sugar and insulin response. It also contains betaine, which can prevent fatty liver disease and vascular damage often seen in diabetics. 8. Enhance Libido and Sexual Function The goji berry is revered as one of the premier sexual tonic herbs in all of Asian medicine, and is legendary for helping to spark the passions. In fact, an old Chinese proverb cautions men who are traveling far from their wives and families: " He who travels one thousand kilometers from home should not eat goji! " Modern scientific studies have shown that goji markedly increases testosterone in the blood, thereby increasing libido in both men and women. 9. Lose Weight In an Asian anti-obesity study, patients were given goji each morning and each afternoon. Results were excellent with most patients losing significant weight. In another study, goji polysaccharides were shown to reduce body weight by enhancing the conversion of food into energy instead of fat. 10. Relieve Headaches and Dizziness In Traditional , headache and dizziness are often said to be caused by deficiencies in kidney yin (vital essence) and yang (function). Goji is among the most frequently used herbs for restoring yin/yang balance. 11. Get Better Sleep Goji has long been used throughout Asia in the natural treatment of insomnia. In several medical study groups with elderly people, nearly all patients taking goji reported better quality of sleep. 12. Improve Your Vision Since ancient times, goji berries have been very popular in China for their vision improvement properties. Modern Chinese scientists have found that goji is able to reduce the time it takes for vision to adapt to darkness. It also improves vision under subdued light. Blind spots were reduced in patients taking goji. Its powerful antioxidant carotenoids may also protect against macular degeneration and cataracts. 13. Strengthen Your Heart Goji contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that benefits the heart and blood pressure. Its anthocyanins help to maintain the strength and integrity of coronary arteries. 14. Inhibit Lipid Peroxidation Cholesterol and other blood lipids can become deadly when they react in the body to form lipid peroxides. The accumulation of sticky lipid peroxides in the blood can lead to cardiovascular disease, heart attack, atherosclerosis, and stroke. Goji increases levels of an important blood enzyme that inhibits the formation of dangerous lipid peroxides. 15. Resist Disease The free radical superoxide has been implicated as having an important role in the onset and progression of human disease. Superoxide is neutralized in the body by the enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD), but you produce less SOD as you age. At any age, the stresses of everyday life can overwhelm your body's ability to produce sufficient SOD to ward off illness. Taking goji has been shown to result in a remarkable 40 percent increase of the important SOD enzyme. 16. Improve Immune Response The immune system is your body's " armed forces. " More than 40 years of research have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense functions. Goji polysaccharides enhance and balance the activity of all classes of immune cells, including T-cells, cytotoxic T-cells, NK cells, lysozyme, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and the immunoglobulins IgG and IgA. 17. Manage and Fight Cancer Patients receiving a cancer drug together with goji exhibited response rates up to 250 percent better than those obtained by the drug alone. These advanced cancer patients experienced amazing regressions of malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal carcinoma, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and malignant hydrothorax. Remission of cancers in patients treated with goji lasted significantly longer than those treated without goji. 18. Protect Your Precious DNA DNA is the most important chemical in your body. It carries the blueprint for all the traits inherited from your ancestors, and also ensures that – as they need replacement – your ten trillion cells are faithfully reproduced as healthy, exact duplicates. Exposure to chemicals, pollutants, and free radicals can cause DNA damage and breakage, leading to genetic mutations, cancer, and even death. Goji's betaine and master molecule polysaccharides can restore and repair damaged DNA. 19. Inhibit Tumor Growth Interleukin-2 (IL-2) is a crucial cytokine (cell protein) that induces potent anti-tumor responses in a variety of cancers. Goji polysaccharides have been shown in Chinese studies to enhance the production of IL-2. In the U.S., IL-2 has been under study as an immune promoting factor since 1983, used for some cancers and for HIV infection. Goji also has the ability to cause the death of tumor cells by inducing apoptosis, a process in which cancer cells are broken down and recycled. 20. Reduce the Toxic Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation In one study, goji was shown to enhance the effects of radiation in combating lung cancer, allowing a lower dose to be used. Other research indicates that goji can protect against some of the noxious side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. 21. Build Strong Blood Goji is a renowned blood builder and rejuvenator. In one study, the berry caused the blood of older people to revert to a markedly younger state. In another trial, vital red blood cells were protected against free-radical damage by goji's flavonoids. Goji has also been used in a number of recent clinical trials for treatment of bone marrow deficiency conditions (low production of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets). 22. Improve Your Lymphocyte Count A lymphocyte is any of a group of white blood cells of crucial importance to the adaptive part of the body's immune system. The adaptive portion of the immune system mounts a tailor-made defense when dangerous invading organisms penetrate the body's general defenses. Goji increases lymphocyte count and helps to activate them when the body is under attack. 23. Fight Inflammation and Arthritis Extensive scientific research over the past 20 years has shown that, in acute and chronic inflammation, the free radical superoxide is produced at a rate that overwhelms the capacity of the body's SOD enzyme defense system to remove them. Such an imbalance results in pain and damage to joints and tissues. Goji can restore the balance of the important anti-inflammatory SOD enzyme. 24. Support Your Liver Goji contains a novel cerebroside that was shown to protect liver cells, even from highly toxic chlorinated hydrocarbons. 25. Treat Menopausal Symptoms In Traditional , many menopause symptoms are ascribed to a deficiency of kidney yin. For ages, goji has been the yin tonic of choice to restore hormonal balance. 26. Prevent Morning Sickness In China, goji in the form of a hot tea is commonly used by first trimester mothers to prevent morning sickness. Drinking this tea is a quick and effective remedy. It can be duplicated by combining two ounces of high-quality goji juice with hot water. 27. Improve Fertility Goji has long been used by Asian physicians for the treatment of infertility in both men and women. In women, goji is said to have an unmatched ability to restore jing (reproductive essence). In men, goji polysaccharides have been found to extend the life of sperm cells, and also were shown to be potent inhibitors of stress-induced structural degradation and cell death in testicular cells. 28. Strengthen Your Muscles and Bones Goji facilitates the secretion and release of hGH, which is responsible for many of the body's important maintenance, repair, and development functions. These include the production of lean muscle and the incorporation of calcium into bones and teeth. 29. Support Kidney Health In Traditional , the kidneys are the most important of all the vital organs, and they are believed to control the brain and other organs. Proper kidney function is considered to be essential to survival. Goji has a well-deserved reputation as a kidney supertonic, influencing both yin and yang. 30. Improve Your Memory Goji is the premier " brain tonic " in Asia. It contains betaine, which is converted in the body into choline, a substance that enhances memory and recall ability. 31. Help Chronic Dry Cough Goji is used by Chinese herbalists, either alone or combined with other herbs, for relieving coughs and wheezing. 32. Alleviate Anxiety and Stress As an adaptogen, goji helps the body to adapt and to cope with stress. It provides the energy reserves to help you handle just about any difficulty. 33. Brighten Your Spirit It is said that constant consumption of goji brings a cheerful attitude. In Asia, it is rightfully known as the " happy berry. " 34. Improve Digestion Goji has long been used in the treatment of atrophic gastritis, a weakening of digestion caused by reduced activity of stomach cells. Goji itself is easily digested, especially when taken in its highly bio-available juice form Goji in Veterinary Care Just as the goji berry has been shown to have remarkable protective and disease-fighting abilities in the human body, it may also benefit the health of your pet by helping to normalize and balance his/her vital immune function. More than 40 years of research – on humans and animals – have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense functions. Kathy Hughes explains how the goji juice helped her overweight dog loose extra pounds and how both of them experienced a higher level of health and more energy with the goji juice. Experts say that goji's high levels of adaptogens increase energy and stamina by improving your animal's ability to consume and use oxygen. Adaptogens also improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the heart and circulation, and continue to work overtime while your pet is resting by supporting muscle growth and repair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Hi, How much Gogi is one supposed to have and in what form? Is it better to eat the berries or drink the juice? Nicole , " outback1955 " <outback1955 wrote: > > Sacred Goji - 34 Health Benefit of Himalayan Goji > > 1. Extend Your Life > Your body's ten trillion cells are under constant attack by free > radicals. These harmful environmental agents can accelerate aging by > destroying vital body cells faster than they can be replaced. Goji is > known as the " longevity fruit. " Its unique master molecule > polysaccharides and powerful antioxidants defend against premature > aging, fighting free-radical damage throughout the body. > > 2. Increase Your Energy and Strength > Ranked as one of Asia's premier adaptogens, goji increases exercise > tolerance, stamina, and endurance. It helps to eliminate fatigue, > especially when recovering from illness. > > 3. Look and Feel Younger > Goji stimulates the release by the pituitary gland of hGH human > growth hormone), the youth hormone. The benefits of hGH are extensive > and include reduction of body fat, better sleep, improved memory, > accelerated healing, restored libido, and a more youthful appearance. > > 4. Lower Your Blood Pressure > Nearly one in four U.S. adults has high blood pressure > (hypertension). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to stroke, > heart attack, heart failure and/or kidney failure. This is why high > blood pressure is often called the " silent killer. " A 1998 research > study showed that increased blood pressure could be prevented > significantly by goji's master molecule polysaccharides. > > 5. Prevent Cancer > Goji is one of the only plant species on earth that contains the anti- > cancer mineral germanium. Its antioxidants and unique polysaccharides > can halt the genetic mutations that can lead to cancer. Some > scientists believe that goji may be an especially good supplement to > prevent liver cancer because it exerts liver protection and anti- > cancer effects at the same time. This is important, as the liver is > the body's primary detoxifying organ. > 6. Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels > Goji contains beta-sitosterol, which has been shown to lower > cholesterol levels. Its antioxidants keep cholesterol from oxidizing > and forming arterial plaques. The flavonoids in goji help to keep > your arteries open and functioning smoothly. > > 7. Balance Blood Sugar and Manage Diabetes > Goji has been used in China for the treatment of adult-onset diabetes > for many years, and its polysaccharides have been shown to help > balance blood sugar and insulin response. It also contains betaine, > which can prevent fatty liver disease and vascular damage often seen > in diabetics. > > 8. Enhance Libido and Sexual Function > The goji berry is revered as one of the premier sexual tonic herbs in > all of Asian medicine, and is legendary for helping to spark the > passions. In fact, an old Chinese proverb cautions men who are > traveling far from their wives and families: " He who travels one > thousand kilometers from home should not eat goji! " Modern scientific > studies have shown that goji markedly increases testosterone in the > blood, thereby increasing libido in both men and women. > > 9. Lose Weight > In an Asian anti-obesity study, patients were given goji each morning > and each afternoon. Results were excellent with most patients losing > significant weight. In another study, goji polysaccharides were shown > to reduce body weight by enhancing the conversion of food into energy > instead of fat. > > 10. Relieve Headaches and Dizziness > In Traditional , headache and dizziness are often > said to be caused by deficiencies in kidney yin (vital essence) and > yang (function). Goji is among the most frequently used herbs for > restoring yin/yang balance. > > 11. Get Better Sleep > Goji has long been used throughout Asia in the natural treatment of > insomnia. In several medical study groups with elderly people, nearly > all patients taking goji reported better quality of sleep. > > 12. Improve Your Vision > Since ancient times, goji berries have been very popular in China for > their vision improvement properties. Modern Chinese scientists have > found that goji is able to reduce the time it takes for vision to > adapt to darkness. It also improves vision under subdued light. Blind > spots were reduced in patients taking goji. Its powerful antioxidant > carotenoids may also protect against macular degeneration and > cataracts. > > 13. Strengthen Your Heart > Goji contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that benefits the heart and > blood pressure. Its anthocyanins help to maintain the strength and > integrity of coronary arteries. > > 14. Inhibit Lipid Peroxidation > Cholesterol and other blood lipids can become deadly when they react > in the body to form lipid peroxides. The accumulation of sticky lipid > peroxides in the blood can lead to cardiovascular disease, heart > attack, atherosclerosis, and stroke. Goji increases levels of an > important blood enzyme that inhibits the formation of dangerous lipid > peroxides. > > 15. Resist Disease > The free radical superoxide has been implicated as having an > important role in the onset and progression of human disease. > Superoxide is neutralized in the body by the enzyme superoxide > dismutase (SOD), but you produce less SOD as you age. At any age, the > stresses of everyday life can overwhelm your body's ability to > produce sufficient SOD to ward off illness. Taking goji has been > shown to result in a remarkable 40 percent increase of the important > SOD enzyme. > > 16. Improve Immune Response > The immune system is your body's " armed forces. " More than 40 years > of research have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by > commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense > functions. Goji polysaccharides enhance and balance the activity of > all classes of immune cells, including T-cells, cytotoxic T-cells, NK > cells, lysozyme, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and the immunoglobulins > IgG and IgA. > > 17. Manage and Fight Cancer > Patients receiving a cancer drug together with goji exhibited > response rates up to 250 percent better than those obtained by the > drug alone. These advanced cancer patients experienced amazing > regressions of malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal > carcinoma, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and malignant > hydrothorax. Remission of cancers in patients treated with goji > lasted significantly longer than those treated without goji. > > 18. Protect Your Precious DNA > DNA is the most important chemical in your body. It carries the > blueprint for all the traits inherited from your ancestors, and also > ensures that – as they need replacement – your ten trillion cells are > faithfully reproduced as healthy, exact duplicates. Exposure to > chemicals, pollutants, and free radicals can cause DNA damage and > breakage, leading to genetic mutations, cancer, and even death. > Goji's betaine and master molecule polysaccharides can restore and > repair damaged DNA. > > 19. Inhibit Tumor Growth > Interleukin-2 (IL-2) is a crucial cytokine (cell protein) that > induces potent anti-tumor responses in a variety of cancers. Goji > polysaccharides have been shown in Chinese studies to enhance the > production of IL-2. In the U.S., IL-2 has been under study as an > immune promoting factor since 1983, used for some cancers and for HIV > infection. Goji also has the ability to cause the death of tumor > cells by inducing apoptosis, a process in which cancer cells are > broken down and recycled. > > 20. Reduce the Toxic Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation > In one study, goji was shown to enhance the effects of radiation in > combating lung cancer, allowing a lower dose to be used. Other > research indicates that goji can protect against some of the noxious > side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. > > 21. Build Strong Blood > Goji is a renowned blood builder and rejuvenator. In one study, the > berry caused the blood of older people to revert to a markedly > younger state. In another trial, vital red blood cells were protected > against free-radical damage by goji's flavonoids. Goji has also been > used in a number of recent clinical trials for treatment of bone > marrow deficiency conditions (low production of red blood cells, > white blood cells, and platelets). > 22. Improve Your Lymphocyte Count > A lymphocyte is any of a group of white blood cells of crucial > importance to the adaptive part of the body's immune system. The > adaptive portion of the immune system mounts a tailor-made defense > when dangerous invading organisms penetrate the body's general > defenses. Goji increases lymphocyte count and helps to activate them > when the body is under attack. > 23. Fight Inflammation and Arthritis > Extensive scientific research over the past 20 years has shown that, > in acute and chronic inflammation, the free radical superoxide is > produced at a rate that overwhelms the capacity of the body's SOD > enzyme defense system to remove them. Such an imbalance results in > pain and damage to joints and tissues. Goji can restore the balance > of the important anti-inflammatory SOD enzyme. > 24. Support Your Liver > Goji contains a novel cerebroside that was shown to protect liver > cells, even from highly toxic chlorinated hydrocarbons. > > 25. Treat Menopausal Symptoms > In Traditional , many menopause symptoms are ascribed > to a deficiency of kidney yin. For ages, goji has been the yin tonic > of choice to restore hormonal balance. > 26. Prevent Morning Sickness > In China, goji in the form of a hot tea is commonly used by first > trimester mothers to prevent morning sickness. Drinking this tea is a > quick and effective remedy. It can be duplicated by combining two > ounces of high-quality goji juice with hot water. > 27. Improve Fertility > Goji has long been used by Asian physicians for the treatment of > infertility in both men and women. In women, goji is said to have an > unmatched ability to restore jing (reproductive essence). In men, > goji polysaccharides have been found to extend the life of sperm > cells, and also were shown to be potent inhibitors of stress- induced > structural degradation and cell death in testicular cells. > > 28. Strengthen Your Muscles and Bones > Goji facilitates the secretion and release of hGH, which is > responsible for many of the body's important maintenance, repair, and > development functions. These include the production of lean muscle > and the incorporation of calcium into bones and teeth. > > 29. Support Kidney Health > In Traditional , the kidneys are the most important > of all the vital organs, and they are believed to control the brain > and other organs. Proper kidney function is considered to be > essential to survival. Goji has a well-deserved reputation as a > kidney supertonic, influencing both yin and yang. > > 30. Improve Your Memory > Goji is the premier " brain tonic " in Asia. It contains betaine, which > is converted in the body into choline, a substance that enhances > memory and recall ability. > 31. Help Chronic Dry Cough > Goji is used by Chinese herbalists, either alone or combined with > other herbs, for relieving coughs and wheezing. > > 32. Alleviate Anxiety and Stress > As an adaptogen, goji helps the body to adapt and to cope with > stress. It provides the energy reserves to help you handle just about > any difficulty. > > 33. Brighten Your Spirit > It is said that constant consumption of goji brings a cheerful > attitude. In Asia, it is rightfully known as the " happy berry. " > > 34. Improve Digestion > Goji has long been used in the treatment of atrophic gastritis, a > weakening of digestion caused by reduced activity of stomach cells. > Goji itself is easily digested, especially when taken in its highly > bio-available juice form > > Goji in Veterinary Care > Just as the goji berry has been shown to have remarkable protective > and disease-fighting abilities in the human body, it may also benefit > the health of your pet by helping to normalize and balance his/her > vital immune function. More than 40 years of research – on humans and > animals – have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by > commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense > functions. Kathy Hughes explains how the goji juice helped her > overweight dog loose extra pounds and how both of them experienced a > higher level of health and more energy with the goji juice. Experts > say that goji's high levels of adaptogens increase energy and stamina > by improving your animal's ability to consume and use oxygen. > Adaptogens also improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the > heart and circulation, and continue to work overtime while your pet > is resting by supporting muscle growth and repair. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 3, 2006 Report Share Posted December 3, 2006 Nicole asked: <How much Gogi is one supposed to have and in what form? Is it better to eat the berries or drink the juice? Nicole> Nicole, Goji berries are a FOOD, not a drug, so there is no particular " supposed to " . Feel your way, trust your intuition. If you worry about absorbing whole berries you can grind them up and mix them on with cereal or in a smoothie. Your wallet may have a part to play too. Two sources for this wonderful food that look good are: http://naturalzing.com http://www.sacred-medicine.org/store/ By the way, I recently read a wonderful book " The Master's Bones " , describing a pilgrimage throught the Mongolian part of China. At one point the party of exhausted travelers come upon a bush with bright red berries. They are much refreshed, and filled with a sense of optimism. I wonder if it was Goji! In friendship Ien in the Kootenays http://freegreenliving.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 3, 2006 Report Share Posted December 3, 2006 WHERE TO FIND IT? WHAT IS IT? A FRUIT? IN WHAT FORM IT IS AVAILABLE? , " nicoleyale " <nicoleyale wrote: > > Hi, > How much Gogi is one supposed to have and in what form? Is it better > to eat the berries or drink the juice? > Nicole > > , " outback1955 " > <outback1955@> wrote: > > > > Sacred Goji - 34 Health Benefit of Himalayan Goji > > > > 1. Extend Your Life > > Your body's ten trillion cells are under constant attack by free > > radicals. These harmful environmental agents can accelerate aging > by > > destroying vital body cells faster than they can be replaced. Goji > is > > known as the " longevity fruit. " Its unique master molecule > > polysaccharides and powerful antioxidants defend against premature > > aging, fighting free-radical damage throughout the body. > > > > 2. Increase Your Energy and Strength > > Ranked as one of Asia's premier adaptogens, goji increases > exercise > > tolerance, stamina, and endurance. It helps to eliminate fatigue, > > especially when recovering from illness. > > > > 3. Look and Feel Younger > > Goji stimulates the release by the pituitary gland of hGH human > > growth hormone), the youth hormone. The benefits of hGH are > extensive > > and include reduction of body fat, better sleep, improved memory, > > accelerated healing, restored libido, and a more youthful > appearance. > > > > 4. Lower Your Blood Pressure > > Nearly one in four U.S. adults has high blood pressure > > (hypertension). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to > stroke, > > heart attack, heart failure and/or kidney failure. This is why > high > > blood pressure is often called the " silent killer. " A 1998 > research > > study showed that increased blood pressure could be prevented > > significantly by goji's master molecule polysaccharides. > > > > 5. Prevent Cancer > > Goji is one of the only plant species on earth that contains the > anti- > > cancer mineral germanium. Its antioxidants and unique > polysaccharides > > can halt the genetic mutations that can lead to cancer. Some > > scientists believe that goji may be an especially good supplement > to > > prevent liver cancer because it exerts liver protection and anti- > > cancer effects at the same time. This is important, as the liver > is > > the body's primary detoxifying organ. > > 6. Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels > > Goji contains beta-sitosterol, which has been shown to lower > > cholesterol levels. Its antioxidants keep cholesterol from > oxidizing > > and forming arterial plaques. The flavonoids in goji help to keep > > your arteries open and functioning smoothly. > > > > 7. Balance Blood Sugar and Manage Diabetes > > Goji has been used in China for the treatment of adult-onset > diabetes > > for many years, and its polysaccharides have been shown to help > > balance blood sugar and insulin response. It also contains > betaine, > > which can prevent fatty liver disease and vascular damage often > seen > > in diabetics. > > > > 8. Enhance Libido and Sexual Function > > The goji berry is revered as one of the premier sexual tonic herbs > in > > all of Asian medicine, and is legendary for helping to spark the > > passions. In fact, an old Chinese proverb cautions men who are > > traveling far from their wives and families: " He who travels one > > thousand kilometers from home should not eat goji! " Modern > scientific > > studies have shown that goji markedly increases testosterone in > the > > blood, thereby increasing libido in both men and women. > > > > 9. Lose Weight > > In an Asian anti-obesity study, patients were given goji each > morning > > and each afternoon. Results were excellent with most patients > losing > > significant weight. In another study, goji polysaccharides were > shown > > to reduce body weight by enhancing the conversion of food into > energy > > instead of fat. > > > > 10. Relieve Headaches and Dizziness > > In Traditional , headache and dizziness are often > > said to be caused by deficiencies in kidney yin (vital essence) > and > > yang (function). Goji is among the most frequently used herbs for > > restoring yin/yang balance. > > > > 11. Get Better Sleep > > Goji has long been used throughout Asia in the natural treatment > of > > insomnia. In several medical study groups with elderly people, > nearly > > all patients taking goji reported better quality of sleep. > > > > 12. Improve Your Vision > > Since ancient times, goji berries have been very popular in China > for > > their vision improvement properties. Modern Chinese scientists > have > > found that goji is able to reduce the time it takes for vision to > > adapt to darkness. It also improves vision under subdued light. > Blind > > spots were reduced in patients taking goji. Its powerful > antioxidant > > carotenoids may also protect against macular degeneration and > > cataracts. > > > > 13. Strengthen Your Heart > > Goji contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that benefits the heart > and > > blood pressure. Its anthocyanins help to maintain the strength and > > integrity of coronary arteries. > > > > 14. Inhibit Lipid Peroxidation > > Cholesterol and other blood lipids can become deadly when they > react > > in the body to form lipid peroxides. The accumulation of sticky > lipid > > peroxides in the blood can lead to cardiovascular disease, heart > > attack, atherosclerosis, and stroke. Goji increases levels of an > > important blood enzyme that inhibits the formation of dangerous > lipid > > peroxides. > > > > 15. Resist Disease > > The free radical superoxide has been implicated as having an > > important role in the onset and progression of human disease. > > Superoxide is neutralized in the body by the enzyme superoxide > > dismutase (SOD), but you produce less SOD as you age. At any age, > the > > stresses of everyday life can overwhelm your body's ability to > > produce sufficient SOD to ward off illness. Taking goji has been > > shown to result in a remarkable 40 percent increase of the > important > > SOD enzyme. > > > > 16. Improve Immune Response > > The immune system is your body's " armed forces. " More than 40 > years > > of research have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by > > commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense > > functions. Goji polysaccharides enhance and balance the activity > of > > all classes of immune cells, including T-cells, cytotoxic T- cells, > NK > > cells, lysozyme, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and the > immunoglobulins > > IgG and IgA. > > > > 17. Manage and Fight Cancer > > Patients receiving a cancer drug together with goji exhibited > > response rates up to 250 percent better than those obtained by the > > drug alone. These advanced cancer patients experienced amazing > > regressions of malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, > colorectal > > carcinoma, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and malignant > > hydrothorax. Remission of cancers in patients treated with goji > > lasted significantly longer than those treated without goji. > > > > 18. Protect Your Precious DNA > > DNA is the most important chemical in your body. It carries the > > blueprint for all the traits inherited from your ancestors, and > also > > ensures that – as they need replacement – your ten trillion cells > are > > faithfully reproduced as healthy, exact duplicates. Exposure to > > chemicals, pollutants, and free radicals can cause DNA damage and > > breakage, leading to genetic mutations, cancer, and even death. > > Goji's betaine and master molecule polysaccharides can restore and > > repair damaged DNA. > > > > 19. Inhibit Tumor Growth > > Interleukin-2 (IL-2) is a crucial cytokine (cell protein) that > > induces potent anti-tumor responses in a variety of cancers. Goji > > polysaccharides have been shown in Chinese studies to enhance the > > production of IL-2. In the U.S., IL-2 has been under study as an > > immune promoting factor since 1983, used for some cancers and for > HIV > > infection. Goji also has the ability to cause the death of tumor > > cells by inducing apoptosis, a process in which cancer cells are > > broken down and recycled. > > > > 20. Reduce the Toxic Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation > > In one study, goji was shown to enhance the effects of radiation > in > > combating lung cancer, allowing a lower dose to be used. Other > > research indicates that goji can protect against some of the > noxious > > side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. > > > > 21. Build Strong Blood > > Goji is a renowned blood builder and rejuvenator. In one study, > the > > berry caused the blood of older people to revert to a markedly > > younger state. In another trial, vital red blood cells were > protected > > against free-radical damage by goji's flavonoids. Goji has also > been > > used in a number of recent clinical trials for treatment of bone > > marrow deficiency conditions (low production of red blood cells, > > white blood cells, and platelets). > > 22. Improve Your Lymphocyte Count > > A lymphocyte is any of a group of white blood cells of crucial > > importance to the adaptive part of the body's immune system. The > > adaptive portion of the immune system mounts a tailor-made defense > > when dangerous invading organisms penetrate the body's general > > defenses. Goji increases lymphocyte count and helps to activate > them > > when the body is under attack. > > 23. Fight Inflammation and Arthritis > > Extensive scientific research over the past 20 years has shown > that, > > in acute and chronic inflammation, the free radical superoxide is > > produced at a rate that overwhelms the capacity of the body's SOD > > enzyme defense system to remove them. Such an imbalance results in > > pain and damage to joints and tissues. Goji can restore the > balance > > of the important anti-inflammatory SOD enzyme. > > 24. Support Your Liver > > Goji contains a novel cerebroside that was shown to protect liver > > cells, even from highly toxic chlorinated hydrocarbons. > > > > 25. Treat Menopausal Symptoms > > In Traditional , many menopause symptoms are > ascribed > > to a deficiency of kidney yin. For ages, goji has been the yin > tonic > > of choice to restore hormonal balance. > > 26. Prevent Morning Sickness > > In China, goji in the form of a hot tea is commonly used by first > > trimester mothers to prevent morning sickness. Drinking this tea > is a > > quick and effective remedy. It can be duplicated by combining two > > ounces of high-quality goji juice with hot water. > > 27. Improve Fertility > > Goji has long been used by Asian physicians for the treatment of > > infertility in both men and women. In women, goji is said to have > an > > unmatched ability to restore jing (reproductive essence). In men, > > goji polysaccharides have been found to extend the life of sperm > > cells, and also were shown to be potent inhibitors of stress- > induced > > structural degradation and cell death in testicular cells. > > > > 28. Strengthen Your Muscles and Bones > > Goji facilitates the secretion and release of hGH, which is > > responsible for many of the body's important maintenance, repair, > and > > development functions. These include the production of lean muscle > > and the incorporation of calcium into bones and teeth. > > > > 29. Support Kidney Health > > In Traditional , the kidneys are the most > important > > of all the vital organs, and they are believed to control the > brain > > and other organs. Proper kidney function is considered to be > > essential to survival. Goji has a well-deserved reputation as a > > kidney supertonic, influencing both yin and yang. > > > > 30. Improve Your Memory > > Goji is the premier " brain tonic " in Asia. It contains betaine, > which > > is converted in the body into choline, a substance that enhances > > memory and recall ability. > > 31. Help Chronic Dry Cough > > Goji is used by Chinese herbalists, either alone or combined with > > other herbs, for relieving coughs and wheezing. > > > > 32. Alleviate Anxiety and Stress > > As an adaptogen, goji helps the body to adapt and to cope with > > stress. It provides the energy reserves to help you handle just > about > > any difficulty. > > > > 33. Brighten Your Spirit > > It is said that constant consumption of goji brings a cheerful > > attitude. In Asia, it is rightfully known as the " happy berry. " > > > > 34. Improve Digestion > > Goji has long been used in the treatment of atrophic gastritis, a > > weakening of digestion caused by reduced activity of stomach > cells. > > Goji itself is easily digested, especially when taken in its > highly > > bio-available juice form > > > > Goji in Veterinary Care > > Just as the goji berry has been shown to have remarkable > protective > > and disease-fighting abilities in the human body, it may also > benefit > > the health of your pet by helping to normalize and balance his/her > > vital immune function. More than 40 years of research – on humans > and > > animals – have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by > > commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense > > functions. Kathy Hughes explains how the goji juice helped her > > overweight dog loose extra pounds and how both of them experienced > a > > higher level of health and more energy with the goji juice. > Experts > > say that goji's high levels of adaptogens increase energy and > stamina > > by improving your animal's ability to consume and use oxygen. > > Adaptogens also improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the > > heart and circulation, and continue to work overtime while your > pet > > is resting by supporting muscle growth and repair. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 4, 2006 Report Share Posted December 4, 2006 Wolfberry fruits. Can buy online. Many chinese food stores carry it. It is like raisin but more red. sumistry2003 <sumistry2003 wrote: WHERE TO FIND IT? WHAT IS IT? A FRUIT? IN WHAT FORM IT IS AVAILABLE? , " nicoleyale " <nicoleyale wrote: > > Hi, > How much Gogi is one supposed to have and in what form? Is it better > to eat the berries or drink the juice? > Nicole > > , " outback1955 " > <outback1955@> wrote: > > > > Sacred Goji - 34 Health Benefit of Himalayan Goji > > > > 1. Extend Your Life > > Your body's ten trillion cells are under constant attack by free > > radicals. These harmful environmental agents can accelerate aging > by > > destroying vital body cells faster than they can be replaced. Goji > is > > known as the " longevity fruit. " Its unique master molecule > > polysaccharides and powerful antioxidants defend against premature > > aging, fighting free-radical damage throughout the body. > > > > 2. Increase Your Energy and Strength > > Ranked as one of Asia's premier adaptogens, goji increases > exercise > > tolerance, stamina, and endurance. It helps to eliminate fatigue, > > especially when recovering from illness. > > > > 3. Look and Feel Younger > > Goji stimulates the release by the pituitary gland of hGH human > > growth hormone), the youth hormone. The benefits of hGH are > extensive > > and include reduction of body fat, better sleep, improved memory, > > accelerated healing, restored libido, and a more youthful > appearance. > > > > 4. Lower Your Blood Pressure > > Nearly one in four U.S. adults has high blood pressure > > (hypertension). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to > stroke, > > heart attack, heart failure and/or kidney failure. This is why > high > > blood pressure is often called the " silent killer. " A 1998 > research > > study showed that increased blood pressure could be prevented > > significantly by goji's master molecule polysaccharides. > > > > 5. Prevent Cancer > > Goji is one of the only plant species on earth that contains the > anti- > > cancer mineral germanium. Its antioxidants and unique > polysaccharides > > can halt the genetic mutations that can lead to cancer. Some > > scientists believe that goji may be an especially good supplement > to > > prevent liver cancer because it exerts liver protection and anti- > > cancer effects at the same time. This is important, as the liver > is > > the body's primary detoxifying organ. > > 6. Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels > > Goji contains beta-sitosterol, which has been shown to lower > > cholesterol levels. Its antioxidants keep cholesterol from > oxidizing > > and forming arterial plaques. The flavonoids in goji help to keep > > your arteries open and functioning smoothly. > > > > 7. Balance Blood Sugar and Manage Diabetes > > Goji has been used in China for the treatment of adult-onset > diabetes > > for many years, and its polysaccharides have been shown to help > > balance blood sugar and insulin response. It also contains > betaine, > > which can prevent fatty liver disease and vascular damage often > seen > > in diabetics. > > > > 8. Enhance Libido and Sexual Function > > The goji berry is revered as one of the premier sexual tonic herbs > in > > all of Asian medicine, and is legendary for helping to spark the > > passions. In fact, an old Chinese proverb cautions men who are > > traveling far from their wives and families: " He who travels one > > thousand kilometers from home should not eat goji! " Modern > scientific > > studies have shown that goji markedly increases testosterone in > the > > blood, thereby increasing libido in both men and women. > > > > 9. Lose Weight > > In an Asian anti-obesity study, patients were given goji each > morning > > and each afternoon. Results were excellent with most patients > losing > > significant weight. In another study, goji polysaccharides were > shown > > to reduce body weight by enhancing the conversion of food into > energy > > instead of fat. > > > > 10. Relieve Headaches and Dizziness > > In Traditional , headache and dizziness are often > > said to be caused by deficiencies in kidney yin (vital essence) > and > > yang (function). Goji is among the most frequently used herbs for > > restoring yin/yang balance. > > > > 11. Get Better Sleep > > Goji has long been used throughout Asia in the natural treatment > of > > insomnia. In several medical study groups with elderly people, > nearly > > all patients taking goji reported better quality of sleep. > > > > 12. Improve Your Vision > > Since ancient times, goji berries have been very popular in China > for > > their vision improvement properties. Modern Chinese scientists > have > > found that goji is able to reduce the time it takes for vision to > > adapt to darkness. It also improves vision under subdued light. > Blind > > spots were reduced in patients taking goji. Its powerful > antioxidant > > carotenoids may also protect against macular degeneration and > > cataracts. > > > > 13. Strengthen Your Heart > > Goji contains cyperone, a sesquiterpene that benefits the heart > and > > blood pressure. Its anthocyanins help to maintain the strength and > > integrity of coronary arteries. > > > > 14. Inhibit Lipid Peroxidation > > Cholesterol and other blood lipids can become deadly when they > react > > in the body to form lipid peroxides. The accumulation of sticky > lipid > > peroxides in the blood can lead to cardiovascular disease, heart > > attack, atherosclerosis, and stroke. Goji increases levels of an > > important blood enzyme that inhibits the formation of dangerous > lipid > > peroxides. > > > > 15. Resist Disease > > The free radical superoxide has been implicated as having an > > important role in the onset and progression of human disease. > > Superoxide is neutralized in the body by the enzyme superoxide > > dismutase (SOD), but you produce less SOD as you age. At any age, > the > > stresses of everyday life can overwhelm your body's ability to > > produce sufficient SOD to ward off illness. Taking goji has been > > shown to result in a remarkable 40 percent increase of the > important > > SOD enzyme. > > > > 16. Improve Immune Response > > The immune system is your body's " armed forces. " More than 40 > years > > of research have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by > > commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense > > functions. Goji polysaccharides enhance and balance the activity > of > > all classes of immune cells, including T-cells, cytotoxic T- cells, > NK > > cells, lysozyme, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and the > immunoglobulins > > IgG and IgA. > > > > 17. Manage and Fight Cancer > > Patients receiving a cancer drug together with goji exhibited > > response rates up to 250 percent better than those obtained by the > > drug alone. These advanced cancer patients experienced amazing > > regressions of malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, > colorectal > > carcinoma, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and malignant > > hydrothorax. Remission of cancers in patients treated with goji > > lasted significantly longer than those treated without goji. > > > > 18. Protect Your Precious DNA > > DNA is the most important chemical in your body. It carries the > > blueprint for all the traits inherited from your ancestors, and > also > > ensures that – as they need replacement – your ten trillion cells > are > > faithfully reproduced as healthy, exact duplicates. Exposure to > > chemicals, pollutants, and free radicals can cause DNA damage and > > breakage, leading to genetic mutations, cancer, and even death. > > Goji's betaine and master molecule polysaccharides can restore and > > repair damaged DNA. > > > > 19. Inhibit Tumor Growth > > Interleukin-2 (IL-2) is a crucial cytokine (cell protein) that > > induces potent anti-tumor responses in a variety of cancers. Goji > > polysaccharides have been shown in Chinese studies to enhance the > > production of IL-2. In the U.S., IL-2 has been under study as an > > immune promoting factor since 1983, used for some cancers and for > HIV > > infection. Goji also has the ability to cause the death of tumor > > cells by inducing apoptosis, a process in which cancer cells are > > broken down and recycled. > > > > 20. Reduce the Toxic Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation > > In one study, goji was shown to enhance the effects of radiation > in > > combating lung cancer, allowing a lower dose to be used. Other > > research indicates that goji can protect against some of the > noxious > > side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. > > > > 21. Build Strong Blood > > Goji is a renowned blood builder and rejuvenator. In one study, > the > > berry caused the blood of older people to revert to a markedly > > younger state. In another trial, vital red blood cells were > protected > > against free-radical damage by goji's flavonoids. Goji has also > been > > used in a number of recent clinical trials for treatment of bone > > marrow deficiency conditions (low production of red blood cells, > > white blood cells, and platelets). > > 22. Improve Your Lymphocyte Count > > A lymphocyte is any of a group of white blood cells of crucial > > importance to the adaptive part of the body's immune system. The > > adaptive portion of the immune system mounts a tailor-made defense > > when dangerous invading organisms penetrate the body's general > > defenses. Goji increases lymphocyte count and helps to activate > them > > when the body is under attack. > > 23. Fight Inflammation and Arthritis > > Extensive scientific research over the past 20 years has shown > that, > > in acute and chronic inflammation, the free radical superoxide is > > produced at a rate that overwhelms the capacity of the body's SOD > > enzyme defense system to remove them. Such an imbalance results in > > pain and damage to joints and tissues. Goji can restore the > balance > > of the important anti-inflammatory SOD enzyme. > > 24. Support Your Liver > > Goji contains a novel cerebroside that was shown to protect liver > > cells, even from highly toxic chlorinated hydrocarbons. > > > > 25. Treat Menopausal Symptoms > > In Traditional , many menopause symptoms are > ascribed > > to a deficiency of kidney yin. For ages, goji has been the yin > tonic > > of choice to restore hormonal balance. > > 26. Prevent Morning Sickness > > In China, goji in the form of a hot tea is commonly used by first > > trimester mothers to prevent morning sickness. Drinking this tea > is a > > quick and effective remedy. It can be duplicated by combining two > > ounces of high-quality goji juice with hot water. > > 27. Improve Fertility > > Goji has long been used by Asian physicians for the treatment of > > infertility in both men and women. In women, goji is said to have > an > > unmatched ability to restore jing (reproductive essence). In men, > > goji polysaccharides have been found to extend the life of sperm > > cells, and also were shown to be potent inhibitors of stress- > induced > > structural degradation and cell death in testicular cells. > > > > 28. Strengthen Your Muscles and Bones > > Goji facilitates the secretion and release of hGH, which is > > responsible for many of the body's important maintenance, repair, > and > > development functions. These include the production of lean muscle > > and the incorporation of calcium into bones and teeth. > > > > 29. Support Kidney Health > > In Traditional , the kidneys are the most > important > > of all the vital organs, and they are believed to control the > brain > > and other organs. Proper kidney function is considered to be > > essential to survival. Goji has a well-deserved reputation as a > > kidney supertonic, influencing both yin and yang. > > > > 30. Improve Your Memory > > Goji is the premier " brain tonic " in Asia. It contains betaine, > which > > is converted in the body into choline, a substance that enhances > > memory and recall ability. > > 31. Help Chronic Dry Cough > > Goji is used by Chinese herbalists, either alone or combined with > > other herbs, for relieving coughs and wheezing. > > > > 32. Alleviate Anxiety and Stress > > As an adaptogen, goji helps the body to adapt and to cope with > > stress. It provides the energy reserves to help you handle just > about > > any difficulty. > > > > 33. Brighten Your Spirit > > It is said that constant consumption of goji brings a cheerful > > attitude. In Asia, it is rightfully known as the " happy berry. " > > > > 34. Improve Digestion > > Goji has long been used in the treatment of atrophic gastritis, a > > weakening of digestion caused by reduced activity of stomach > cells. > > Goji itself is easily digested, especially when taken in its > highly > > bio-available juice form > > > > Goji in Veterinary Care > > Just as the goji berry has been shown to have remarkable > protective > > and disease-fighting abilities in the human body, it may also > benefit > > the health of your pet by helping to normalize and balance his/her > > vital immune function. More than 40 years of research – on humans > and > > animals – have revealed goji's ability to regulate immunity by > > commanding and controlling many of the body's important defense > > functions. Kathy Hughes explains how the goji juice helped her > > overweight dog loose extra pounds and how both of them experienced > a > > higher level of health and more energy with the goji juice. > Experts > > say that goji's high levels of adaptogens increase energy and > stamina > > by improving your animal's ability to consume and use oxygen. > > Adaptogens also improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the > > heart and circulation, and continue to work overtime while your > pet > > is resting by supporting muscle growth and repair. > > > Want to start your own business? Learn how on Small Business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 5, 2006 Report Share Posted December 5, 2006 I use these berries in my Kombucha tea for a 2nd ferment and it is WONDERFUL, they get soft and taste fine, and they flavor the tea with anti cancer properties. You should get a bag and then find a way to eat them that works for you. There is a great group on Kombucha called Original Kombucha for more info on the health giving tea. Be happy. Want to start your own business? Learn how on Small Business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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