Navitas Naturals Organic Goji Berries Himalayan Superfruit, 16-Ounce Pouch

by Navitas Naturals

Product Features

• Certified Organic, Kosher, Vegan, Sun-Dried and Raw.
• Vitamin C, Beta Carotene, Trace Minerals, Protein, Amino Acids.
• Nutrient and Antioxidant rich superfruit. Packed with minerals and vitamins.
• Tasty on their own, blended with smoothies, mixed with cereals, granola, yogurt and salads.
• Navitas Naturals products come directly from the farmers who cultivate them and are free of heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides.

Product Description

About the Brand

Navitas Naturals is a certified-organic, green business headquartered in Marin County, California. The "Navitas" in our name is the Latin word for "energy." Our mission is to provide premium organic functional foods that increase energy and enhance health. Part of that effort is to continually search for the world's most beneficial foods. We specialize in organic and wild-crafted functional foods and strive to lead the industry in this expanding market. Health-conscious consumers choose our nutrient rich products because they are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Our premium quality "superfoods" are free of additives and trans fats. The absence of these elements speaks to the purity and effectiveness of the products.

Our company is committed to socially and environmentally responsible business practices. We source our premium functional foods through direct partnerships with farming communities around the world. An essential part of our mission is to create economic opportunities among indigenous people in developing countries. Our support of native agriculture helps to expand the development of global organic farming practices.

As our partnerships evolve, we will introduce more intriguing functional food products that will help you meet your nutritional needs simply and deliciously.

Product Description

Goji berries have been used in Asian herbal medicine for over 5,000 years. This bag contains 100% pure goji berries that are certified organic, vegan and kosher. The goji berry is one of the most nutrient-rich foods on earth. It is a vegetarian form of protein, packed with essential amino acids, rich in vitamin A and a good source of vitamin C. Goji berries possess over 20 trace minerals and vitamins including zinc, iron, phosphorus, Riboflavin (B2), vitamin E as well as carotenoids, including beta-carotene. Navitas Naturals¿ mission is to provide premium organic power foods that increase energy and enhance health. Our products are of the highest quality, sourced directly from farmers, cultivated sustainably and in accordance with fair trade practices. Product of China - Packed in USA

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B000FFLHSY
• UPC: 858847000710
• Item model number: 25-001
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #149 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

58 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An expensive but healthy food, December 27, 2006

By	Charles Burns (Pocatello, ID, United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Navitas Naturals Organic Goji Berries Himalayan Superfruit, 16-Ounce Pouch (Grocery)

These berries are thought to be one of the one of the healthiest natural foods. There are many "stories" about the amazing benefits of these berries, many of which may be true, but a few verifiable facts about them (in dried form) follow:
1) High protein (about 12%), and are a complete protein. This is good for anybody, but particularly noteworthy to vegans, who choose not to get their protein from meats.
2) Decent fiber content (about 10%)
3) 18 (!!) amino acids
4) Like most sweet fruits, high in carbs and calories. 100 grams give you about 350-380 calories; roughly 3/4 from carbs and 1/4 from fat.
5) 6 vitamins, 8 amino acids, 11+ minerals (more in trace amounts)
6) Carotenoids, unsaturated fatty acids (this is a good thing), phytosterols (help lower cholesterol), and other healthy (or theoretically healthy but not particularly well researched) phytochemicals.

Enough with the technical jargon. These berries are great in cereal, smoothies (once hydrated), and tea. For tea, try this:
Put water, a small number of berries (6-15ish) and a teabag in your cup, microwave for about a minute per teacup (time varies), drop a small amount in your favorite tea along with the teabag and let the berries and tea steep for about 3 minutes.
This adds a subtle character to green tea (plus an unusual, tasty snack to do with a few of the sips). The flavor seems to blend well with chai and jasmine too. This may work differently for those who use creamer.

I recommend that you try a bag, keeping in mind that you may need to soak the berries in water/tea/whatever in order to make them soft, and see what you think. I have found they make a great addition to my usual cereal-only breakfast because they give me a much-needed protein boost.
If you like them quite a lot, you may want to take the time to look for a supply in a nearby Asian foods store. I have heard they can be purchased at a lower cost in bulk.

44 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Ultimate Berry, October 25, 2006

By	E. Gomez - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Navitas Naturals Organic Goji Berries Himalayan Superfruit, 16-Ounce Pouch (Grocery)

Having consumed Himalania Goji Berries for over one year, the Navitas Naturals Goji Berry is a great addition to the exotic food market. The Navitas Goji is harder and drier than the Himalania Goji, but the flavor is much sweeter and better tasting.

I love the fact that they're raw, vegan, sun-dried, and free of chemicals and pesticides! Goji berries are believed to strengthen the immune system, increase energy and reduce fatigue, and reduce the threat of free radicals (due to HIGH levels of antioxidants). Gojis have highest ORAC score to date! The ORAC scale is a standardized test used to measure the total antioxidant potency of foods and nutritional supplements.

Definitely, one of my favorite foods!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tasty berries!, February 15, 2007

By	A. J. Krusz "Math fan" (East Lansing, MI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This review is from: Navitas Naturals Organic Goji Berries Himalayan Superfruit, 16-Ounce Pouch (Grocery)

These supposedly have some of the highest levels of antioxidants of any food, which is why I bought them. But I really like the taste too. It's not too far off from a cross between a tomato and a strawberry, but a very little bit bitter at times.

Overall they taste great, though some kids might not like them due to the slight bitterness.

Edit: A few of these berries have a bit of mold on them. I would reduce my ranking by 1 star if I could.