Goji berry, also known as "wolfberry", is a well-known Chinese medicinal material, mainly produced in Ningxia, Qinghai, Gansu, Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia and Hebei, among which Ningxia wolfberry is the most famous. Goji berries have pharmacological effects such as nourishing yin and nourishing kidneys, brightening eyes, anti-aging, regulating the immune system, etc., and are widely used in health foods.
The main components of wolfberry include wolfberry polysaccharides, betaine, carotene, etc. Modern applications include chronic liver disease, reproductive system disease, frailty in old age, etc. It can also lower blood pressure, enhance tolerance to hypoxia, enhance constitutional immune function, antioxidant and so on.
Goji berries can also nourish the liver and kidneys, lower blood sugar, lower blood lipids, protect the liver, delay aging, and improve metabolism. Although wolfberry is widely used in health foods, excessive consumption may cause liver damage, so people with liver insufficiency and bleeding tendency should use it with caution. And many of its health effects, such as improving sleep, anti-aging, improving anemia, etc., are considered to be important advantages of wolfberry in health food.
History of Goji Berries:
Goji berry is a traditional Chinese medicinal material native to China, with a long history, dating back to the Western Zhou Dynasty 3,000 years ago, among them, wolfberry is recorded in important literary works such as the Book of Songs. Later, wolfberry also had an important position in Chinese medical works, such as "Shennong's Materia Medica", Tao Hongjing's "Famous Doctors' Records" and "Materia Medica's Annotations", etc., all of which have detailed descriptions of the efficacy and role of wolfberry. Today, wolfberry is included in the pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam and Taiwan, as well as the European Pharmacopoeia and the British Pharmacopoeia.
The cultivation and application of wolfberry has a long history in China and is an important part of Chinese culture. Since the Han Dynasty, wolfberry has been widely cultivated in many parts of China, among which Zhongning County in Ningxia is known as "the best in the world" for its unique geographical location and climatic conditions. In the Dulan National Modern Agricultural Industrial Park, enterprises and farmers are discussing product research and development, intensive processing and marketing models, so as to promote the development of the wolfberry industry and create better economic benefits and social value.
How to grow goji berries?
1.Planting time: Goji berries are generally planted in April in spring, and planted in May at the latest.
2.Selection of varieties: Before planting, it is necessary to choose new varieties of wolfberry with strong adaptability, high yield and high quality.
3.Planting location: Choose a plot suitable for the growth of wolfberry, with no pollution sources around, which is convenient for management.
4.Planting density: The planting density should be reasonable, and the holes should be dug according to the plant row spacing when planting.
5.Soil conditions: Goji berries prefer a cool growing environment and sunny alkaline soil.
6.Planting method: Seed sowing and cuttings are mainly used.
7.Field management: After planting, field management should be carried out in a timely manner, including irrigation, soil loosening, weeding, fertilization, and pest control.
8.Picking and storage: The harvest is generally from November to April of the following year, and the method of leaving seeds of wolfberry can be left in situ or cut thick branches, and stored in the soil in bunches.
The above are some of the basic methods of wolfberry cultivation, but in the specific planting process, it may need to be adjusted according to different regional and climatic conditions.
What are the effects of goji berries?
1.Liver protection: Goji berries contain betaine, a natural liver protector that promotes fat metabolism and helps repair damaged liver cells. Therefore, goji berries have a good protective effect on the liver and can be used for the prevention and treatment of liver disease.
2.Boosts immunity: Ingredients such as vitamin C and polysaccharides in goji berries help boost immunity, which in turn improves the body's resistance to disease.
3.Protect eyesight: Goji berries are rich in ingredients such as carotene and zeaxanthin, which have strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, helping to protect eye health and prevent problems such as vision loss.
4.Components such as polysaccharides and carotenoids in goji berries help lower blood pressure and help prevent cardiovascular disease.
5.Anti-aging: Goji berries are rich in antioxidants and a variety of nutrients that help prevent free radical damage and slow down the aging process.
The above are some of the main benefits of goji berries, but goji berries are not a panacea and cannot be used as a substitute for medicines**. It is advisable to consult a doctor's advice before consuming goji berries. At the same time, when the weather turns cooler, the way to eat wolfberries should be warm to avoid the discomfort caused by eating cold food.
What are the nutrients of goji berries?
Goji berry is a nutritious Chinese herbal medicine, rich in sugars, amino acids, flavonoids, alkaloids, vitamins, trace elements, etc., with a variety of nutritional values. Here are some of the main nutrients in goji berries:
1.Vitamins: Goji berries are rich in a variety of vitamins, such as vitamin A, C, E, etc., among which vitamin A helps protect the eyes and enhance immunity, vitamin C helps promote immune system health, and vitamin E helps protect cardiovascular health.
2.Minerals: Goji berries contain a variety of minerals, such as calcium, iron, zinc, selenium, etc., among which calcium contributes to bone health, iron contributes to red blood cell production, zinc contributes to immune system health, and selenium contributes to antioxidant and cardiovascular health. List of high-quality authors
3.Antioxidants: Goji berries are rich in antioxidants such as carotenoids, polysaccharides, and flavonoids, which help protect the body from free radical damage, help delay aging, and maintain good health.
4.Goji berries are also rich in polysaccharides, which have various effects such as antioxidant, hypoglycemic, and hypolipidemic.
Precautions for goji berries:
1.Goji berries are not suitable for everyone: people with colds and fevers, body inflammation, and diarrhea are best not to eat wolfberries, people with cold bodies and irritable temperament are not recommended to eat, and people who have been sick for a long time and have lost their appetite, especially those with poor spleen and stomach function, are best not to eat them.
2.Eating wolfberries should be in moderation: it is recommended to eat a little every day, and long-term persistence can be effective.
3.Pay attention to the food combination: Goji berries are better eaten with some foods, such as wolfberry loquat paste.
4.Pay attention to the way of production and processing: It is recommended to choose organic goji berries instead of chemically treated ones.
5.Don't overeat: Excessive consumption can cause problems, especially for people with yin deficiency physique, who are prone to fire when eating goji berries.
6.Not suitable for consumption with medication: If you are taking medication, you should consult your doctor for advice to avoid affecting the effectiveness of the medication.
7.Avoid eating with similar products: especially other products that nourish the liver and kidneys, such as red dates, black sesame seeds, etc., may cause excess nutrients when consumed at the same time.
8.If you feel unwell, you should stop eating it immediately: If you experience uncomfortable symptoms after consuming goji berries, such as allergies, gastrointestinal discomfort, etc., you should stop eating them immediately and consult your doctor for advice.
How to eat goji berries:
1.Eat raw: Wash the goji berries and eat them directly. It is recommended to consume 10-20 grams per day, excessive consumption may cause adverse effects on the body.
2.Soak in water: Put the goji berries in a cup, pour in hot water, soak for a few minutes and drink.
3.Cooking porridge: Cook the wolfberries and rice porridge together, add an appropriate amount of salt and chicken essence to taste.
4.Stew: Put the wolfberries into meat, fish, vegetables and other ingredients to stew together, so that the nutrition of the wolfberries is fully integrated into the soup. However, wolfberry is warm, hot and dry, with high blood pressure, and irritable temperament.
5.Soak in wine: Put the wolfberries in white wine or rice wine, soak for a period of time and drink.
Goji berries are a nutritious ingredient that is rich in a variety of nutrients that help protect the body's health. It is recommended to consume 10-20 grams per day, but it should be noted that wolfberry is warm, hot, with high blood pressure, and irritable temperament, and people with strong stomach fire, spleen deficiency and dampness, high blood pressure, impatient temperament, large intake of meat, cold and fever, inflammation, diarrhea, and people with yin deficiency in summer are also not suitable to eat.