Wolfberries
Wolfberries are the bright red fruit of the wolfberry plant of the Solanaceae
nightshade family which includes tomato, eggplant, chile pepper, and potato..
As a member of the tomato family, NingXia RedŽ has a high carotenoid content,
including beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin and lycopene
which are rarely found in common berries. Of the eighty different species of wolfberries worldwide, the Lycium barbarum from Ningxia, China, is the variety used in NingXia Red. Called "goji" in their native China, wolfberries have a long traditio00n of use in folk medicine.
Wolfberry-A National Treasure in China The good health and vitality of the elderly in Ningxia, China, has long been attributed to wolfberries. A bowl of fresh wolfberries a day is part of daily life in Ningxia. And a yearly two-week festival in Ningxia celebrates the wolfberry and the amazing health benefits of the fruit, which is considered a national treasure. NingXia RedŽ NingXia RedŽ is a naturally delicious, nutrient-infused wolfberry drink that will energize, fortify, and replenish your body. Rich in wide-spectrum antioxidant activity, NingXia Red has the highest levels of naturally occurring, age-defying S-ORAC activity to help support immune function, cardiovascular health, and nourish the eyes. NingXia Red also contains lemon and orange essential oils rich in the powerful antioxidant d-limonene to promote healthy liver function. Ningxia wolfberry, the primary ingredient in NingXia Red, has been cherished for centuries for its health, energy, and longevity benefits. Whole Ningxia wolfberries and other nutrient-dense fruit juices, like blueberry and pomegranate, make NingXia Red the perfect choice for optimizing wellness and stepping up to a whole new level of health. The Ningxia Wolfberry Today A strong body of modern scientific evidence supports the wolfberry's legendary reputation. Ancient references cited the wolfberry's ability to aid and protect the pancreas.* Further, modern Chinese scientists have determined that the wolfberry polysaccharide has "definite protective effects" on the pancreas cells that regulate the body's insulin system, the islets of Langerhans.* Other researchers have determined that substances found in wolfberries have "prominent hepatoprotective activity," meaning that they help protect the liver.* Studies done in Beijing, China, show wolfberries to be effective in inhibiting inflammation and that they may induce an immune response.* A landmark study published in the Journal of the American Nutraceutical Association concluded, "Wolfberry juice and its mixtures were shown to have immunomodulatory effects... by increasing splenic (spleen) microphages and splenic weight."* There are a number of other studies that correlate increased spleen weight and improved immunological function. Domestic and Foreign magazine published a story in the 1950s about the great herbal master Li Qingyun who lived more than 200 years and died in 1930. Li attributed his longevity to taking five grams of wolfberries every day. Li said, "From then on I became healthy and agile. I can walk a hundred li (a li equals half a kilometer) and not feel tired. I became better in strength and stamina than the average person." As studies continue, the science is clear-this remarkable fruit provides an abundance of health benefits!* *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. A Perfect Infusion NingXia RedŽ uses only natural, whole-fruit Ningxia wolfberry puree to retain more health benefits of the wolfberry. From the patented puree process in Ningxia, China, to the careful blending and bottling in glass, the nutritional value of Ningxia wolfberries is preserved in each and every bottle of NingXia Red. The NingXia Red Promise NingXia Red combines the finest Ningxia wolfberries, proprietary "Nutrient-Guard" preparation, and other all-natural, nutrient-dense ingredients to provide:
Wolfberry contains significant percentages of a day's macronutrient needs - carbohydrates, protein, fat and dietary fiber. 68% of the mass of a wolfberry exists as carbohydrate, 12% as protein, and 10% each as fiber and fat, giving a total caloric value of 370 for a 100 gram serving. Micronutrients Wolfberry's diversity and high concentration of micronutrients brand it as an exceptional health food. 11 essential minerals, 22 trace minerals, 7 vitamins and 18 amino acids profile extraordinary micronutrient richness: Phytochemicals Wolfberries contain dozens of phytochemicals whose properties are under scientific study. Three of particular interest are beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, and polysaccharides. NingXia Wolfberry Massage Try a NingXia Wolfberry Massage for sore and painful muscles, muscle cramps, low vitality, illness, stress, and as a skin treatment. The high level of antioxidants in NingXia RedŽ will support the function of all body systems, especially the immune, nervous, endocrine, and muscular systems. The benefits of the topical application are enhanced by drinking an ounce of undiluted NingXia RedŽ before the massage and an ounce of diluted NingXia RedŽ after the massage. The combination of internal and external applications will encourage detoxification and balance throughout the body. $55/$85/$105 - 30/60/90 minutes |
