Information on Tibetan Goji Juice

In China, Korea and Japan, people have been consuming goji berries for more than 2,500 years. The berries, sometimes referred to as "super food," contain amino acids, vitamin C and beta-carotene.

Identification

• Though the name "Tibetan" goji juice is commonly used in health food stores, goji berries are grown in China and Mongolia. The round, bright red, soft berries must be shaken off the tree rather than picked, so as to avoid damaging them. Goji berries have a taste similar to cranberries.

Benefits

• Tibetan people eat goji berries to protect the liver and the immune system and to help maintain eyesight. Nutritionally, goji berries have been found to be high in antioxidants, minerals and vitamins, which is why some health-conscious people drink goji juice.

Considerations

• In spite of juice's health benefits, some manufacturers market goji juice containing sugar and other additives. Anyone concerned with food and beverage additives should read goji juice product labels before purchasing.