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Health Series #35. Goji Berry

It is natural to become physically weaker as one ages. However, it is possible to stay younger and healthier than your physical age by what you eat at your table every day. More and more medical research and studies have shown the medicinal properties and benefits of herbs and healthy diet.

Let us stay healthy by looking into a variety of herbs one by one, their nutrition facts, and healthy diet so that we are able to lead a life with more confidence and constantly get ourselves back on track with aplomb even if we happen to deviate from the optimal state of health.

 

# 35. Goji Berry



 

Goji berries are believed to protect against age-related eye diseases.

Goji berries can help vision because they contain high levels of healthy antioxidants, especially 1. zeax______________. The same antioxidants can also stop damage from 2. _________ light, free radicals, and oxidative stress.

A second study reported in the journal Drug Design, Development and Therapy shows goji berries protect the 3. ret____________ from the ganglion cells responsible for a condition that can lead to vision loss.

 

Goji berries contain healthy antioxidants. Antioxidants are known for their

4. _________-boosting qualities and their ability to fight harmful free radicals and inflammation. Goji berries contain large amounts of vitamins A and C, similarly to other berries, including blueberries and raspberries. Vitamins A and C are vital for building 5.________________ and preventing illnesses, ranging from the common cold to cancer.

High levels of antioxidants in Goji berries are responsible for fighting

6. ca_________ cells. Antioxidants slow tumor growth, reduce inflammation, and help to remove harmful substances from the body.

 

Goji berries contain beta-carotene, which is an essential plant phytochemical known for its ability to promote healthy 7. s______________.

Goji berries may be helpful in controlling the release of 8. ____________into the blood. ResearchTrusted Source from 2015 shows that goji berries balance insulin and 9. gl______________ levels in the blood. Also, the same study linked goji berries to increased 10. _____________(=good cholesterol) levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

Last, but not least at all, goji berries help reduce depression, 11. anx_____, and sleep.

 

(*source from Medical News Today)

 


Answer Keys   

    1.  Zeaxanthin

    2.  UV

    3.  Retina

    4.  Immune

    5.  Immunity

    6.  Cancer

    7.  Skin

    8.  Sugar

    9.  Glucose

    10.   HDL

    11.   anxiety

 



Acrostic poem using Goji Berry by Jean J. Lee

Got some antioxidants in your daily meals?

Optimal source of immune booster

Joie de vivre in your garden

Illuminating your desert bowls

Bountiful supply of staple Vitamins!

Easing your long day with some Goji berry tea

Relaxing your mind with some Goji berry pie

Radiant skin will be promised

Youthful smile will come again

 

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