The Fantastic Health Benefits Of Goji Berries

Native to China, goji berries have been used for traditional medicine and in local cuisine for over two thousand years. Inundated with nutrients, they are quickly gaining popularity in the United States for their many health benefits. Their scientific name is Lycium barbarum, and they belong to the nightshade family of fruits and vegetables. These small berries have a delightful taste best described as a cross between a cranberry and a cherry. China has long been the leading exporter of the berry, but due to rising interest, the United States has begun growing them.