Acerola is a tropical fruit of malpighia glabra tree and a member of malpighia botanical family, native to Mexico and Central and South America.
Plant Description
History
Types & Varieties
Mechanism of Action
Additional Information
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Usable Parts
Directions of Preparation
Recommended Dosage
Its Active Constituents:
• Its an excellent source of Vitamin C (the richest fresh Fruit source of Vitamin C). Acerola have a distinct sour taste as a result of the Fruit’s high Vitamin C content. Perfectly ripe Acerola Cherries tend to have a sweeter taste, because the riper the Fruit gets, the more Vitamin C it loses and the less acidic it becomes.
• Its also contain organic acids (such as malic acid) and Flavonoids (such as Rutin and Hesperidin).
• Acerola is excellent in
Vitamin C, Vitamin A.• Acerola is very good in
Sugars.• Acerola has average trace of
Dietary Fiber, Magnesium, Potassium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5.
Anti-Aging
• Acerola extract has anti-oxidants which is very helpful in Fighting against oxidative Stress and inhibit/prevent premature aging.
• Its packed with Polyphenolic anthocyanidin compounds (such as ferulic acid, Quercetin, Tannins, chlorogenic acid, cyanidin-3-Glycoside, and many more), Vitamins A and Vitamin C which offer excellent anti-oxidant properties.
• All these help in preventing Infections and cellular aging by making the blood free from harmful free radicals.
• Its Vitamin C content can produce sufficient collagen in the body, which is necessary for combating aging and enhancing the performances of persons.
Foods & Bones
Cancer & Tumor Prevention
• The Acerola Fruit is very efficient in treating Lung Cancer by decelerating and stopping the abnormal growth of Cancerous cells in the lungs.
Foods & Cancer
Cardiovascular System
• Its berries extracts helps to put off Cardiovascular System and coronary artery diseases (such as atherosclerosis, Thrombosis, etc.) by regulating the blood pressure level and normalizing The Heart rhythm.
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Immune System
• Acerola contain lots of anti-oxidants (including chlorogenic acid) which benefits the body in controlling glucose level in our bloodstream, thus reduces the risks of hyperglycemia, Diabetes mellitus and type-2 Diabetes.
• It plays a key role in making our Immune System stronger, by inhibiting inflammation, degenerative diseases, Cancers, etc. through its phyto-chemical compounds and Vitamin C content.
• Elevated doses of Vitamin C increase the production of interferon (a Protein that inhibits the proliferation of viruses, stimulates the Immune System and halts the growth of tumoral cells).
Note:
* Vitamin C has the following functions:
• Anti-oxidant – it neutralizes free radicals, which are substances causing cellular aging, DNA deterioration and Cancer.
• Anti-toxin – it neutralizes the action of a variety of toxic substances, such as nitrosamines found in cured Meats.
• Strengthens the Immune System against Infections.
• Contributes to the formation of collagen (fibrous tissue necessary for Wound healing).
• Strengthen capillary and arterial walls.
• Facilitates the absorption of non-heme Iron (contained in plant-based foods, Dairy products and eggs).
Foods & Immune System
Infections
• Highly recommended for all types of infectious disease, particularly those of viral origin (Colds (Flu), Colds (Flu))” target=”_self”>Colds, etc.) and as a complement to the prevention and treatment of Cancer.
• Acerola is a rich source of Vitamin C, hence can help stop Scurvy, which is caused by the deficiency Vitamin A.
• It contain excellent amount of Vitamin C right after the neuro-protective Camu Camu berry.
Foods & Infections
Intestine
• It beneficial in the treatment of Digestive issues (such as Constipation, Diarrhea, dysentery, etc.) through its high dietary Fiber content which can keep our entire Gastro-intestinal System healthy by facilitating bowel movements and cleansing The Intestine.
Foods & Intestine
Metabolism
• Acerola comprises a good amount of B-complex Vitamins, which assist in Metabolism and easen/speeds-up the digestion of Carbohydrates, Proteins and fats.
• The nutrients in it such as B-complex Vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B9, etc.), Minerals and electrolytes (Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Calcium, Zinc, Copper, Phosphorus, etc.), malic acid, sugars (sucRose, fructose, dextRose, etc.), dietary Fiber, Protein, Lipids, fatty acids, and so on are essential for maintaining the normal functionality of the body system.
Foods & Metabolism
Weight Management
• Acerola helps in weight loss (reduction of excess body weight), due to the fact that its extremely low in fat and calories.
• It boosts Metabolism which is helpful in controlling Obesity and achieving optimum health.
Foods & Weight Management
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Acerola
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
(per 100g) of
Acerola (West Indian Cherry)
