Goji Berry

Lycium barbarum · Gǒu Qǐ Zǐ Neutral

Sweet red berries rich in zeaxanthin and polysaccharides, enjoyed in teas, soups and porridge.

Goji berries, also called wolfberries, are small sweet red fruits enjoyed across East Asia for centuries in teas, congee and soups. They are naturally rich in the carotenoid zeaxanthin, dietary fibre and unique polysaccharides, making them a popular everyday functional fruit.

Sorotan pemakanan

• ✓Naturally rich in zeaxanthin and carotenoids
• ✓Contains Lycium barbarum polysaccharides (LBP)
• ✓Source of dietary fibre, iron and vitamin C
• ✓Naturally sweet — no added sugar needed

Kegunaan pemakanan harian

• ●A handful added to morning porridge or yogurt
• ●Steeped with chrysanthemum as an eye-soothing tea
• ●Simmered in chicken or vegetable soups
• ●Blended into smoothies and trail mixes

Cara menikmatinya

Enjoy 10–20g (about a small handful) daily. Add directly to porridge, steep in hot water for 5 minutes, or simmer into soups.

Penyelidikan moden

Goji berries are among the richest food sources of zeaxanthin, a carotenoid that accumulates in the retina. Studies associate higher zeaxanthin intake with support for macular health, and randomised trials note modest improvements in subjective well-being and antioxidant status.

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