Who should not eat goji berries?
Introduction: While goji berries are beneficial, they are not suitable for everyone. Who should avoid them? How many goji berries should one eat in a day? Regarding these questions, the following provides a brief introduction, hoping to help everyone gain a new understanding of goji berries.
Goji berries are a treasure from root to tip. As recorded in Li Shizhen's "Compendium of Materia Medica" from the Ming Dynasty: "The leaves, picked in spring, are called Tian Jing Cao (Heavenly Essence Grass); the flowers, picked in summer, are called Chang Sheng Cao (Longevity Grass); the berries, picked in autumn, are called Gou Qi Zi (Goji Berries); and the roots, picked in winter, are called Di Gu Pi (Wolfberry Root Bark)." The leaves, flowers, and roots of the goji plant are also superior culinary and nourishing supplements. Goji berries are a common nutritional tonic and a fine supplement for both medicinal and culinary purposes, with various ways to consume them. In folk traditions, they are often used to cook congee, make syrups, soak in wine, or be combined with other medicinal herbs.
Suitable for:
The best candidates for goji berries are those with weak constitutions and poor resistance. However, one must eat a small amount daily and persist for a long time to see effects.
Not suitable for:
Because of its strong warming effect on the body, it is best for people who have a cold, fever, inflammation, or diarrhea to avoid it. Additionally, individuals with high blood pressure, overly irritable personalities, or those who typically consume large amounts of meat resulting in a ruddy complexion should also refrain from eating it.
How many goji berries should one eat in a day?
Although goji berries have excellent nourishing and therapeutic effects, any supplement should not be consumed excessively, and goji berries are no exception. Generally, it is appropriate for healthy adults to eat about 20 grams of goji berries per day. If the goal is for therapeutic effects, it is best to consume about 30 grams per day.
10g: Improves eyesight
15g: Nourishes the kidneys
30g: Aids in weight loss