The POWER of the Wolfberry
Wolfberries (also known as Goji berries, Chinese wolf berries or lyceum berries) pack a nutritious punch. These berries are found in China - in fact, the Chinese have been eating these for generations in the hopes of living longer and staving off sickness and disease.
What are the benefits?
First, they are a healthy source of macronutrients. What the heck does that mean? A quarter cup of these berries has 104 calories, one gram of fat, 3 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of protein. The real deal? The 18 different amino acids they contain.
Second, they are high in micronutrients. Again in that one quarter cup serving? 140% of your recommended Vitamin A intake, 20% of your Vitamin C intake, and 10% of your daily iron intake.
Third, they are a powerhouse source of antioxidants. Why are antioxidants important? Antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals. Free radicals may play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases. A study published in 'Life Sciences' in 2004 verified the antioxidant impact of wolf berries. Researchers found that the wolf berry extract significantly reduced blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels in rabbits just after 10 days. Just how powerful are the antioxidants in wolfberries? This graphic speaks for itself.
What are the benefits?
First, they are a healthy source of macronutrients. What the heck does that mean? A quarter cup of these berries has 104 calories, one gram of fat, 3 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of protein. The real deal? The 18 different amino acids they contain.
Second, they are high in micronutrients. Again in that one quarter cup serving? 140% of your recommended Vitamin A intake, 20% of your Vitamin C intake, and 10% of your daily iron intake.
Third, they are a powerhouse source of antioxidants. Why are antioxidants important? Antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals. Free radicals may play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases. A study published in 'Life Sciences' in 2004 verified the antioxidant impact of wolf berries. Researchers found that the wolf berry extract significantly reduced blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels in rabbits just after 10 days. Just how powerful are the antioxidants in wolfberries? This graphic speaks for itself.
Young Living offers three Ningxia berry products that I, personally, cannot live without: Ningxia Red, Ningxia Zyng, and Ningxia Nitro.
Ningxia Red
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NingXia Red is a whole-body supplement. It not only contains the powerful Ningxia berry but also plum, aronia, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts.
To make the flavor even more appealing it includes pure vanilla extract and Lemon, Orange, Yuzu, and Tangerine essential oils for a great-tasting, healthy treat. It is available in 750 ml bottles or 2 oz. single serving pouches. Some ideas for using Ningxia:
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Ningxia Zyng
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Ningxia Zyng is my afternoon treat! It uses the same wolfberry puree found in Ningxia Red. It has the addition of sparkling water, pear and blackberry juices, and a hint of Lime and Black Pepper essential oils for a unique, refreshing taste. With natural flavors and sweeteners, white tea extract, and added vitamins, NingXia Zyng delivers 35 mg of naturally occurring caffeine and only 35 calories per can. It is a sweet, guilt-free boost anytime you need a little Zyng!
Each case include 12 8.4 oz (250 ml) cans. |
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Ningxia Nitro
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Ningxia Nitro is my emergency 'go-to.' It is infused with essential oils, botanical extracts, D-ribose, Korean ginseng, and green tea extract. Nitro, without a doubt, gives me the perk I need. If I have to trade my afternoon workout for a morning workout, I also squeeze a tube of this in my mouth before I get moving!
Each box contains 14 20-ml tubes. Some idesa for using Nitro:
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