I love taking the time to research a little bit every now and then, the ingredients that are in Shakeology.
Today, for one of my groups, I chose to research the Goji Berry.
Man superfoods are amazing!
GOJI BERRY
“Scientists have found the goji berry to be one of the most nutritionally dense fruits on earth. Here are the main nutrients found in the goji berry that makes it such a potent wellness agent.
Goji berries contain special polysaccharides which fortify your immune system and are responsible for controlling your body’s most important defense systems. Scientists atrribute most of goji’s amazing health properties to these special polysaccharides.
Goji berries contain 19 amino acids–the building blocks of protein–including all eight essential for life, Goji berries are a better source of Vitamin C than oranges.
Goji berries contain complete spectrum of antioxidant carotenoids, including beta-carotene and zeaxanthin (supports the eyes). Goji berries are the best source of carotenoids of known foods.
Goji berries also include:
B-complex Vitamins
Vitamin E
Essential fatty acids
Betaine”
Other special things about the Goji berry are:
- To treat: diabetes, high blood pressure, fever, and age-related eye problems
- Have also shown to have benefits in mental well-being and calmness, athletic performance, happiness, quality of sleep, and feelings of good health.
- They have one of the highest Antioxidant Powers of any fruit
- They have close to 20 different vitamins and minerals, which makes it one of the most nutritionally beneficial foods available
And the list goes on and on.
And just think that this is only ONE of SEVENTY amazing ingredients in Shakeology.
