JUMBO Goji Organic Raw Superfood 1 Lb

wolfberry, or goji is renowned in Asia as a highly nutritious food. These berries have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for about 1,900 years. Their undocumented legend; however, is considerably older, as wolfberries are often linked in Chinese lore to Shen Nung, China’s legendary First Emperor, Mythical Father of Agriculture, and herbalist who lived circa 2,800 BC. They were used as an offering to the Emperor, the bigger the goji berries the more valuable. Goji berries have been used for 6,000 years by herbalists in China, Tibet and India to: •protect the liver •help eyesight •improve sexual function and fertility •strengthen the legs •boost immune function •improve circulation •promote longevity Goji berries are rich in antioxidants, particularly carotenoids such as beta-carotene and zeaxanthin. One of zeaxanthin's key roles is to protect the retina of the eye by absorbing blue light and acting as an antioxidant. In fact, increased intake of foods containing zeathanthin may decrease the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in people over the age of 65.