Autumn is here,and you are more likely going to be reaching for that hot cup of tea or coffee instead of a cold juice. While many hot drinks are filled with high amounts of sugars, there are other options available for you that won’t interfere with your healthy routine or cleanse!
Goji berries have become increasingly popular in the health community as they are a rich source of antioxidants and carotenoids. Also known as the “wolfberry,” Goji berries are packed with vitamins (A, B, C, and E), niacin, flavonoids, polyphenols, thiamin, and riboflavin.
For these reasons, many juice cleanse companies are adding goji berries to their lines of cleansing juices and teas. Keep reading to learn how goji berries can help optimize the results of your next cleanse.
Benefits of Goji Berries
Fights illness: Goji berries are filled with nutrients and amino acids. Teas that are infused with goji berries have anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties, which help to fight off illness. Also, goji berries are rich in antioxidants, and some experts believe them to have anti-aging and anti-cancer effects which will help keep you looking and feeling better in the long run.
Fights anxiety: Traditionally, goji berries have been used to treat depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. This is because the berries are a great source of vitamin B and C, fiber, and manganese, which all have the ability to increase one’s energy and positivity.
Improves sleep: Goji berries can help to reduce stress by improving blood circulation and lowering blood pressure, which allows you to have a more restorative sleep.
Improves ability to focus: Since goji berries help to improve restorative sleep, they are also a great way to improve focus during the day. The vitamins and minerals in these berries also help to increase energy levels, and in turn improves the ability to focus.
Helps with weight-loss: Goji berries have dietary fibers that keep you full for longer, have natural sugars that make them delicious to consume, and have complex carbohydrates that will not disrupt your insulin sensitivity.
When to Avoid Goji Berries
While goji berries have many health benefits, they aren’t beneficial for everyone. You should always talk to your doctor before eating goji berries, as they can interfere or negatively react with any medications that you are taking. You should avoid goji berries if the following applies to you:
- Pregnant (can cause a miscarriage)
- Breastfeeding
- Have low blood sugar
- Use blood thinners