Goji: Health Elixir or Pricey Juice?

Small Red Berry from Tibet Is Attracting a Lot of Attention By BRITTANY OAT July 14, 2006 – Although Ponce de Leon never found what he was looking for, the human quest for longevity continued. Now nutritionist Earl Mindell, author of the bestselling book “The New Vitamin Bible,” believes he has discovered an anti-aging secret…

What’s in your milk?

It always amazes me to discover just how many consumers have been brainwashed by dairy industry advertising into thinking that milk from cows is some sort of essential food for humans. In reality, cow’s milk is perfect nutrition for baby cows, but nutritionally incompatible with humans, most of whom are actually allergic to the substance.…

Goji, Phyto-Estrogens, Brest Cancer and Customer Service

Q: Good Afternoon, I was hoping if you could tell me is goji juice rich in phyto-estrogens? Thanks for your help Frida C. A: Dear Frida, I am sorry but it isn’t. Soy is high in phyto-estrogens and there are many soy isoflavone products on the market. Sincerely, Dr. E Response Back Dear Doctor. I…

Goji Juice and Insulin Dependent Diabetes

Q: How will Goji juice effect an insulin dependent person? Thanks, Angie A: Dear Angie, Goji juice has a mild-moderate glycemic index rating and as such may possibly raise your blood glucose levels, although there are a few studies that have shown goji being beneficial for diabetics. Two reports I’ve read indicate that goji possesses…

Acai or Pomegranate, which is better?

Q: I was wondering if you know which is a stronger antioxidant Acai or Pomegranate? I hear claims that pom. is stronger than green tea, wine or blueberries but I also hear that acai is stronger than blueberries but I’ve never seen a comparison on the two? what can you tell me? Thanks for the…

Goji and Clinical Trials

Q: Can you cite specific clinical trials or plans for such trials with regard to goji berries. Most research appears to be based on laboratory studies in China. Thanks Mr. Weisner A: Dear Mr. Weisner, I am not a research scientist nor do I work for NIH or big pharma. You and I are probably…

Can Goji, Noni, or Mangosteen Treat My Deperssion?

Can Goji, Noni, or Mangosteen Treat My Deperssion?

Q: I am looking for an alternative method to treat depression, which would be better, noni, mangosteen or goji to take? Thank you Brenda A: Dear Brenda, Goji history states that is also was known as the “happy berry”. Goji, noni, and mangosteen fruit juices are nutritious and ok for us to consume daily. My two cents worth…