What are goji berries and how can they benefit you?

From antioxidants to anti-aging effects, goji berries are a powerful superfood that has been on the rise in recent years. But is there really any difference between goji berries and regular ol’ strawberries? Here, we break down the differences between these two delicious fruits and show you what to look for when eating them.

Goji berries are small, red, and blackberries that come from an evergreen species of trees. They are actually native to China, Tibet, Mongolia, and Russia. These trees grow primarily in mountainous regions with rocky terrain. Goji berries are known as the “superfruit” because they contain many nutrients like vitamins A and C, iron, beta carotene, zinc, and calcium. Goji berries help prevent heart disease and cancer by reducing inflammation in the body.