Goji Berries And Mental Health

Lycium barbarum is a plant native to Asia and the berries of this plant, goji berries, have been a component of traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. We have already detailed its health benefits, in this article we will rather focus on Goji berries and mental health and its fight against depression and anxiety.

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Goji or Goji berry (Lycium Barbarium or Lycium Chinense) is known by other names such as the common wolfberry berry, the Barbary wolfberry or the plant of happiness.

According to traditional Chinese, Ayurvedic or Tibetan medicines, Goji berries are beneficial for Yin, liver, kidneys, vision, cardiovascular system and immune system. Traditionally, they have also been used to combat depression and anxiety or other mood disorders.

Goji Berries And Mental Health

There are many health benefits of goji berries, but their benefits on mental health cannot go unnoticed.

– An excellent anti-fatigue

The energizing benefits of Goji berries are well established. Thanks to the minerals that compose them, they help fight chronic and transient fatigue.

Gojis restore energy, strength and vitality to our body. So, if you feel a too frequent lack of energy, it is advisable to consume this fruit.

– Fight against depression and anxiety.

There are many studies done on human beings that have proven the mental health benefits of dried goji berries. Scientists also report improved energy, concentration, athletic performance and better quality of sleep. This is mainly due to the large number of nutrients fighting against deficiencies and thus stimulating the immune system.

– Maintain your energy and mood

According to a study in the Journal of Alternative and Complimentary Medicine, drinking goji berry juice regularly can help boost energy levels, mood, and improve digestive health. Participants who drank goji juice for two weeks saw an improvement in their “overall well-being,” increased energy levels, and better gastrointestinal health. Goji berries are also sometimes used by athletes as a snack before sport to maintain tone and develop performance.

For millennia, Goji berries have been valued for their antioxidant benefits. They are very rich in active ingredients, with very good nutritional qualities.

Its consumption helps to improve the general state of health, and to prevent certain diseases as well as some mental disorders.

Provided you respect the dosage and do not abuse it, dried goji berries are healthy and do not represent any side effects. However, given the high fiber and vitamin C content, diarrhea may occur. Rarely, some people experience nausea, headaches and stomach aches, but these are rather ephemeral signs of the detox effect. In such a case, consider reducing the consumption of berries.

Before starting a cure of Goji berries, you can consult a herbalist or your general practitioner.

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