History Of The Goji Berry

Too often people in American culture seek to become healthy through a miracle drug, vitamin or supplement.  But this is not what nature intended for human beings, a fact that is readily acknowledged in Eastern philosophies.  That’s why in many Asian countries, natural substances are often used to treat ailments.  This is especially the case with the goji berry, one of the most nutritious ‘superfruits’ on the planet.

So, how did the goji berry make its way into Asian culture?  Historically, the answer can be found through the ancient Himalayans, who were the ones to first encounter the miracle fruit.  For thousands of years, the goji berry gave Himalayans health and energy.  Then, once the Chinese and Indians passed through their lands, the Himalayans decided to share their ‘secret.’  The foreigners welcomed the new knowledge as they began incorporating the goji berry into their own herbal solutions. 

As the goji berry became popular in other parts of Asia, legends of its powers began to spread.  One of these legends tells the story of a well that was built next to a Buddhist temple.  Goji vines had grown around it, so it was common for the berries to fall into the water.

Well, over time people noticed that those who prayed at that particular temple not only looked younger, but they also were much healthier.  But the secret wasn’t in the prayer… at least not in a direct sense.  What made them so healthy were the goji berries they had consumed while drinking the water.

From that point forward, the goji berry never lost its popularity.  Even today, the Chinese take advantage of the goji berry’s healing properties.  Of course, don’t think that they also don’t enjoy them as food in general, whether it’s drinking goji tea or simply eating the berries raw.  Goji juice is also consumed, but due to its expense it’s often viewed as a delicacy.

In conclusion, the goji berry’s long-lasting history helps reveal one important fact: the earth has already given human beings the keys for health and longevity.  To discover them, all we have to do is open up our minds and our taste buds.