If you want to maximize the health of your immune system, especially during the flu season, pop a handful of goji berries each day. The goji berry is a small deep-red fruit that tastes a bit like a cross between a cranberry and a cherry. Also known as the wolfberry, goji berries are considered to be a super food because of their immense healing properties. In fact, the fruit is classified as one of the top health foods and medicinal herbs in Chinese medicine.

Goji berries have been shown to improve longevity and boost your strength-building abilities. In one research study, elderly subjects who ate goji berries once a day for three weeks had a more positive and optimistic attitude. Plus, 67 percent tripled their immunity… 95 percent had improved appetite… and 95 percent slept better.

And it’s no wonder because this tasty berry contains natural sugars that fortify the immune system and provide anti-aging benefits. Plus, it’s the only food known to help stimulate the natural production of your body’s human growth hormone. Goji berries are also loaded with…

• The highest antioxidant content of any food—as high as acai berries
• Eighteen different amino acids—including the eight essential amino acids
• A full protein source
• Up to 21 trace essential minerals including zinc, iron, copper and calcium
• Vitamins B1, B2, B6 and E
• 500 times more vitamin C than oranges